by Robert Smith | Mar 23, 2026 | Housing Market, Information for Real Estate Agents-Brokers, Mortgage
Key Points for Agents The 10-year Treasury is the leading indicator for mortgage rates. Mortgage rates typically run 1.5%–2.5% higher than the 10-year yield. Rising yields usually mean higher rates and reduced affordability. Falling yields can lead to lower rates and...
by Joe Proppe | Mar 8, 2026 | Housing Market, Mortgage
Why Renovation Loans MatterOne loan, one payment for both the home purchase and renovations.Helps buyers consider homes that need updates instead of limiting their search to turnkey properties.Allows buyers to customize a home immediately after closing.Can expand...
by Robert Smith | Feb 27, 2026 | Housing Market, Housing Statistics, Information for Real Estate Agents-Brokers
Quick Take for Agents: $300K Is a Key Affordability Line National (NAHB): Over half of U.S. households cannot afford a $300,000 home under current conditions. Local (GSAR/CNYIS): Onondaga County’s median sale price is about $270K, but the average sale price is about...
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...
