How Much Home Can You Afford in Montgomery County? (2026 Guide)
What salary do you need to buy a home in Montgomery County in 2026? A complete affordability breakdown at $100K, $150K, $200K, and $250K+ income with real MoCo costs — taxes, HOA, insurance included.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home in Montgomery County? (Spring 2026)
Is spring 2026 a good time to buy a home in Montgomery County? Median price $650,000 (+6.6%), homes selling in 10 days, rates above 6.5%. Here's the honest framework for your specific situation.
Mortgage Rates Are Rising in Spring 2026: What DC Metro Buyers Need to Know
Mortgage rates have risen five straight weeks in spring 2026, hovering above 6.5%. Here's exactly what rising rates cost DC Metro buyers at the $400K, $650K, and $850K price points — and why waiting usually backfires.
Your Mortgage Payment Is $300 Cheaper Than It Was Last Spring
Median monthly mortgage payments dropped from $2,882 to $2,599 — a $283 difference — since May 2025. That's not a rounding error. That's real money that changes what you can afford.
Mortgage Rates Hit a 3.5-Year Low: What DC Metro Buyers Need to Know Right Now
Mortgage rates just reached their lowest point in 3.5 years. Monthly payments on a median-priced home are down nearly $300 since last spring. Here's what that actually means for buyers in Montgomery County and the DC metro — and why waiting may cost you.