Home price gains are expected to slow down in 2026, with some forecasts indicating that growth will be below the inflation rate. This slowdown may lead to improved housing affordability, although reports on current market conditions are mixed, with some indicating that home prices have hit an all-time high while others note that prices are dropping in some areas. The extent of the slowdown and its impact on the housing market are still being assessed, with some surveys suggesting that the worst of the slowdown may be starting to pass.