US Home Prices Face Real Value Erosion | Who you work with Matters! Let us show you why.

As we look at the latest numbers from Q2 2026, it’s clear that understanding the difference between nominal and real home values matters now more than ever. Home prices in the US continued to rise on paper, with a national index showing about 1.5% appreciation by late Q2—an uptick from 1% earlier in the quarter. But with inflation running closer to 3.5%, many homeowners are seeing the true value of their properties erode for the 13th consecutive month when adjusted for inflation. That said, lower inflation and steadier price gains helped slow this trend. One federal measure has consistently shown positive annual appreciation since early 2012, a reminder that the market has remained resilient even under pressure. As a managing broker and military specialist, I see how these shifts affect everyone—from first-time buyers feeling the pinch of rising monthly payments, to veterans navigating their options. My focus remains on empowering our community with the knowledge to make confident, informed decisions, especially as affordability continues to challenge buyers heading into the second half of the year.