Homeowners insurance costs hit another record high of $209 per month in Q2 2026
Homeowners who changed insurers bucked the trend, saving an average of 6.6%
Mortgage rates top 7% as oil hits $100 and yields climb
Mortgage spreads couldn’t keep rates under 7% as Iran conflict ramps up
Existing home sales slip to 3.98 million in August as rates take a bite
Inventory rose to 1.62 million units and months of supply increased to 4.9 — the highest level in more than 10 years
More seniors struggle to age in place as support gaps widen
Respondents in states like North Carolina and Nevada indicated elevated demand for financial and housing-related support
