Stable Markets Still Exist in 2026Not all housing markets are under pressure. Many remain stable, and that matters.Recent data shows that while some counties in Florida and California face higher risk, others across the country show strong balance. Areas in Tennessee, Virginia, and parts of the Midwest stand out.These markets share common traits. Employment is steady. Housing costs align with income. Foreclosure rates stay low.This contrast is important. It shows that today’s housing environment is not a repeat of the past, even though some patterns look familiar.In the 2007 housing correction, a small number of counties created widespread impact. Today, risk is still clustered, but it is more contained.That means opportunity still exists. Buyers can find stable markets. Sellers can ope... 06/15/2026