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Affordability Challenges Impact Housing Trends 2026

Home prices ↑53% since 2019; median household income ↑24%, worsening the price-to-income ratio. First-time buyers fell to 21% in 2025 from 44% in 1981; their median age hit 40. Median home size was 2,155 sq-ft in 2025, nearly flat vs 2,150 in 2024; 2026 size seen steady. Builders add flex spaces and EV charging, while…

April 1, 2026
2026 Forecast: Modest Housing Market Growth

U.S. home sales are expected to rise 14 percent in 2026 due to mortgage rate stabilization. Home prices will grow modestly by 2–3 percent, slightly below wage growth, improving affordability. Housing inventory is about 20 percent higher than last year, easing buyer competition and multiple offers. Average 30-year mortgage rates are projected at 6.3 percent,…

March 26, 2026
What to know about refinancing a mortgage

Should you refinance your mortgage in Northeast Florida? Danielle Fraser explains the key reasons, costs, and break-even math for homeowners in St. Johns County, Jacksonville & St. Augustine.

March 21, 2026
Is Build-to-Rent the Future?

Is build-to-rent the future of housing in Northeast Florida? Danielle Fraser explains what BTR means for buyers, sellers & investors in St. Johns County, Jacksonville & Palm Coast.

March 18, 2026
How Credit Scores Can Affect Mortgage Pre-Approval

How does your credit score affect mortgage pre-approval in Northeast Florida? Danielle Fraser explains the score tiers, key factors, and how to improve your position before buying in St. Johns County or Jacksonville.

March 17, 2026
Jacksonville: Migration Market Re-Acceleration

Jacksonville’s migration market is re-accelerating in 2026. Danielle Fraser explains what inbound migration means for housing demand across Northeast Florida, St. Johns County & Jacksonville.

March 16, 2026
What “No-Closing-Cost” Mortgage Refinancing Means

What does “no closing cost” refinancing actually mean for Northeast Florida homeowners? Danielle Fraser explains the real tradeoffs and when it makes sense in St. Johns County & Jacksonville.

March 15, 2026
5 Tips for Successful First Time Home Ownership

5 tips for successful first-time homeownership in Northeast Florida. Danielle Fraser shares what thriving new homeowners in St. Johns County, Jacksonville & St. Augustine do differently.

March 13, 2026
Can Florida Buyers Find Deals Amid Rising Inventory?

Can Florida buyers find deals amid rising inventory in 2026? Danielle Fraser explains where the real opportunities are in Northeast Florida, St. Johns County, Jacksonville & Palm Coast.

March 11, 2026
Will Florida Real Estate Be a Buyers’ or Sellers’ Market?

Will Florida real estate favor buyers or sellers in 2026? Danielle Fraser breaks down market conditions across Northeast Florida, St. Johns County, Jacksonville & Palm Coast.

March 9, 2026

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