When you are in the midst of a market cycle, it is entirely unpredictable. It is very difficult to tell if you are at the peak of the market or if you are at the bottom of the dip. Markets can go higher than you would imagine, and they can go lower. Given that context, it is time for home buyers and homeowners to look at today’s market. Have we peaked or will this real estate run continue?

Dr. King, Jr. rearticulated the American dream to include this promise of equality for all throughout his works and speeches, including his “I Have a Dream” speech. There is a lot we must still do to make his dream and the American dream a reality for all Americans. One small aspect of that is that we need to make sure that everyone can be a homeowner.

The Biden administration is correct that there is a lack of affordable housing in our nation. While it would be fantastic if the supply of affordable housing were to increase in the near future, renters should not wait for that to happen to plan for buying a home. Even though home prices are high, low mortgage rates make buying a home more affordable than continuing to rent in most places.