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Zillow data shows mixed but mostly lower mortgage rates for the week ending Aug 9, 2026, with the 30-year fixed rate falling to 6.51%. Rates remain steady, reflecting stable Fed rate expectations.
July US home sales rose 7% YoY, the strongest of 2026, but Zillow warns this may be the peak as mortgage rates rise after an oil-driven spike tied to US-Iran tensions, dampening H2 outlook.
US pending home sales fell 1.3% as mortgage rates hit an 11-month high of 6.55%. Iran war resurgence and rising oil prices are pressuring buyers, while housing supply remains tight, favoring negotiat…
REITs, especially data center REITs, are surging in 2026 amid AI-driven demand. Realty Income enters the space via a $6B joint venture, joining Equinix and Digital Realty as key players benefiting fr…
Experts emphasize that a U.S. housing crash is unlikely in 2026 due to strong home equity, tight supply, and strict lending standards compared to 2008. Steady private payroll growth and modest home p…