Why Is the Housing Market Still Stuck as Summer Ends?
The U.S. Housing Market Hotness Index edged up to 95.24 for the week ending August 23, 2026, but elevated mortgage rates, high home prices, inflation, and economic uncertainty continue to constrain housing demand. Beneath the subdued national market, significant regional differences remain, with some counties showing stronger buyer demand while markets in parts of Florida, Texas, and Tennessee continue to lag.
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