09/01/2026
🏡 MORTGAGE MARKET UPDATE: BUY NOW OR WAIT?
Here’s what today’s housing-market data means for buyers:
📊 The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 6.66% as of August 27, 2026. Your actual rate will vary based on credit, down payment, loan program, points, occupancy, property type, and lender.
🔑 Nationally, there were approximately 51% more home sellers than buyers in July—giving buyers greater negotiating power in many markets.
🏘️ New listings reached a four-month high, while pending sales declined 1.1% week over week during the four weeks ending August 23. More inventory and softer demand may create opportunities for qualified buyers.
Depending on the property and local market, buyers may be able to negotiate:
✅ A lower purchase price
✅ Seller-paid closing costs
✅ Repairs or inspection credits
✅ A temporary mortgage-rate buydown
✅ More favorable contract terms
Don’t focus only on the interest rate. The purchase price, concessions, monthly payment, and long-term plan all matter.
📩 Send me a DM to find out what you may qualify for and which mortgage strategy could work for you.
📍Serving homebuyers and investors in NY, NJ, PA & FL.
*Statistics are national and local market conditions vary. This post is for educational purposes and is not a commitment to lend.*