National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun has sharply revised down his 2026 housing market forecast due to rising mortgage rates and the impact of the U.S.-Iran conflict on inflation. This revision matters as it signals a more cautious outlook for home sales, with existing-home sales expected to rise by only 4% compared to earlier predictions of 14%. Developers and tech professionals should monitor ongoing geopolitical tensions and their effects on mortgage rates and housing demand.
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