Call the Closer with Lauren Risley Realty

Episode 90: 2026 Real Estate Forecast + Should You Move or Improve?

Lauren Risley Realty

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With rising inventory, shifting negotiation power, and interest rates still impacting affordability, the housing market is changing fast. The “lock-in effect” is fading, and more people are making moves but that doesn’t mean it’s the right move for you.


Key insights:

•2026 housing market forecast

•Interest rates and home price trends

•Buyer vs seller leverage

•Move vs renovate: how to decide

•ROI on renovations vs buying


If you’re trying to time the market or decide your next step, this gives you the clarity to move forward with confidence.