The Housing Market Is Shifting. Here’s What Rookies Should Do. (Rookie Reply)
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The episode discusses the shifting housing market and provides guidance for rookie investors on navigating real estate in 2026.
The housing market looks very different than it did just a year or two ago. Home prices are softening, rates have eased slightly from the highs of 2023 and 2024, and sellers are more willing to negotiate than they've been in years. But rookie investors still want to know: Is 2026 actually the right time to buy? Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! Today we’re answering three pressing questions from the BiggerPockets Forums. You just got your first rental property under contract–what’s the next step? Is out-of-state investing the answer to areas that don’t cash flow, and if so, how do you manage a property from afar? But perhaps most importantly, does it even make sense to invest in real estate in 2026? Ashley and Tony break down the 2026 market, the contract-to-closing checklist every rookie investor needs, and the exact steps Tony took to build an investing team over 1,000 miles away! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover Whether it still makes sense invest in real estate in 2026 The one data point that tells you whether a real estate deal is worth it The full contract-to-closing checklist you need to get your keys on time What…
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