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Is Housing Really Unaffordable in 2026? The Truth About Interest Rates and Buyer Psychology

Is it actually a bad time to buy a house in 2026 — or are we comparing today’s market to something that was never sustainable? In this video, I break down housing affordability, interest rates, and buyer psychology. Yes, rates are higher than 2020. Yes, monthly payments look different. But affordability isn’t just about national data or historical charts — it’s about your payment, your season of life, your debt load, your job stability, and your risk tolerance. I walk through a real example of a $325,000 home at 6.5% interest and explain why the same house can be affordable for one buyer and not for another. We also talk about the 2–3% rate era, emotional bidding wars, waived inspections, and why today’s market feels offensive — but not catastrophic. If you’re stuck wondering whether you should buy a home right now, this video will help you ask a better question: Not “Is housing affordable?” but “Is this payment affordable for me in this season?” This is Day 3 of my 66-day YouTube challenge — 66 videos, 66 days, 5 minutes minimum. Real estate, homeschool life, messaging, and whatever else is happening in real time. If this helped you think more clearly about your next move, subscribe and follow along.