Real estate experts are anticipating a long-awaited upswing in market activity as we approach 2026, with national home sales positioned for what could be a strong double-digit expansion. According to Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of REALTORS®, sales across the country could climb by approximately 14% in 2026, marking a welcome shift after the relatively flat performance seen throughout 2025. The new-construction segment is also expected to show vitality, with projections pointing to a 5% increase next year.