https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/zillow-predicts-mortgage-rate-housing-market-shiftContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/zillow-predicts-mortgage-rate-housing-market-shifthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/zillow-predicts-mortgage-rate-housing-market-shift#u73646Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:35:06 +0000Mortgage rates have risen above 7%, contributing to a 19% year-over-year decline in homebuyer demand. Current market conditions are described as stagnant, with rates increasing again in anticipation of Federal Reserve action. While Zillow predicts a shift in the housing market and mortgage rates, the immediate impact is felt by buyers facing higher borrowing costs, particularly in regions like North Texas.Why it mattersHigher interest rates increase monthly payments for homeowners, reducing overall affordability. This trend often leads to a decrease in housing inventory as current owners avoid