https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/redfin-names-the-5-best-cities-to-buy-a-home-right-nowContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/redfin-names-the-5-best-cities-to-buy-a-home-right-nowhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/redfin-names-the-5-best-cities-to-buy-a-home-right-now#u45421Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:31:16 +0000US pending home sales fell 2.3% in July, according to the National Association of REALTORS. This decline represents the weakest level of activity since the start of the year and brings sales figures close to record lows. While Redfin has identified five top cities for home buyers, broader market conditions remain strained. Some analysts describe the current environment as a buyer's market, though only for those with sufficient financial means. Conversely, a separate survey suggests current conditions are the worst ever for those attempting to sell a home.Why it mattersPending home sales s