After years of pandemic-driven disruption, the U.S. housing market is entering a new phase of stability in 2026. Home prices are expected to remain largely flat, affordability is gradually improving through rising incomes, and buyer activity is beginning to recover as mortgage rates settle into a narrower range. While national headlines suggest balance, regional differences—from tight Northeast markets to inventory-rich Sun Belt metros will define real opportunities for buyer

In the heart of Tennessee, where the rolling hills meet the horizon and the air is filled with the scent of blooming wildflowers, lies a...