Home Buying Power 2026: Is Housing Finally Becoming More Affordable?
In this episode, we break down Zillow’s latest housing market analysis and what it means for buyers in 2026.
Mortgage rates have eased from nearly 7% to just above 6%, incomes are ticking higher, and buying power is finally improving. According to Zillow, the typical U.S. household can now afford a home priced at $331,483 — the strongest affordability level since 2022.
We cover:
• 📉 How falling mortgage rates are boosting affordability
• 💰 Why buyers have gained over $30,000 in purchasing power
• 🏘️ The 82,000+ additional homes now within reach
• 📊 Which high-cost cities (like San Jose and San Francisco) are seeing the biggest gains
• 🌵 Why Sun Belt markets like Houston, Phoenix, and Dallas are opening up more inventory
• 🔮 Zillow’s 2026 housing forecast — and what it means for buyers and sellers
We also discuss whether this improvement is enough to truly ease affordability pressures — or if challenges still remain.
If you’re thinking about buying in 2026, this episode will help you understand where the opportunities are — and what risks to watch.
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