by Robert Smith | Feb 18, 2026 | Housing Market, National Association of Homebuilders, Opinion, Real Estate
~2 minute read Breaking Down New Home Affordability in Syracuse Metro Region In my morning email, a report from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) made me pause and consider new home affordability in our Syracuse Metro Region. Nationally, about 65% of...
by Robert Smith | Feb 16, 2026 | Housing Market, Information for Real Estate Agents-Brokers, Real Estate
Why Syracuse Stands Out in 2026 as U.S. Home Sales Slow Nationwide The Syracuse 2026 housing market is drawing attention as buyers weigh affordability, inventory, and interest rates while sellers wonder what demand will look like heading into the New Year.The U.S....
by Robert Smith | Feb 9, 2026 | Housing Market, News for Real Estate Agents, Real Estate News
New York’s Land-Home Property Act: A Quiet Change That Could Add Real Housing Inventory New York State has enacted a practical housing-supply reform, recently signed by Governor Hochl, that could meaningfully expand affordable housing options: the New York Land-Home...
by Robert Smith | Feb 7, 2026 | Housing Market, Information for Real Estate Agents-Brokers, Real Estate
Land Use Efficiency and Housing Affordability: Why Local Policy Matters to Real Estate Real estate agents and brokers spend their careers working inside the housing market, yet too often we are left out of the local conversations that shape it. One of the biggest...
by Robert Smith | Oct 24, 2025 | Real Estate News, Housing Market, Real Estate Licensing Course
Key Takeaways Home values rising: Median home prices in Onondaga County are up about 6–8% year-over-year, averaging near $270,000. Fast-moving market: Homes often go pending in less than a week and many sell above asking price. Rates are easing: 30-year mortgage rates...
by Robert Smith | Sep 22, 2025 | Housing Market, National Association of Homebuilders, Real Estate News
✅ Key Takeaways Mandated energy codes can add substantial upfront costs to new homes (e.g., 2021 IECC), which reduces affordability for entry-level buyers. Energy choice matters: allowing multiple fuel/appliance options helps builders meet budgets and buyers’ needs...
