About Jon Iacono
Jon Iacono brings his 21+ years of experience in the industry to Advisors Mortgage Group. Jon was born in Brooklyn, NY but has lived the majority of his life in Monmouth County, NJ. As a graduate of Monmouth University with a concentration in Management and Computer Science, Jon brings his training and education to Advisors Mortgage to help grow and manage the recruiting team.
Jon worked alongside many mortgage and real estate industry professionals previously with Mortgage Intelligence companies such as, Mortgage Market Guide, Loan Tool Box, Certified, Scripts for Success, CMPS, MBS Highway, Turning Point CRM and more. Jon gives back to his community and has been an active volunteer firefighter for the Colts Neck 84 -1 station since 2004. He enjoys staying active by playing golf, lifting weights, boxing, training Jiu Jitsu and most importantly spending time with his two kids Lily and Jonny Jr.
Positive Trends in The Housing Market
April 6, 2026
The housing market in early 2026 has been volatile, with mortgage rates dropping to multi-year lows before rising again due to global events. Despite this, several trends suggest improving conditions for buyers.
Key Trends
● More inventory: Active listings are up 7.9% year-over-year, giving buyers more choices.
● Price adjustments: About 15.5% of homes saw price reductions, and sellers are increasingly pricing more realistically upfront.
● Slower market pace: Homes are taking longer to sell (median 70 days), which can benefit buyers through more negotiating power.
● Mortgage rates: Mortgage rates are higher than pandemic-era lows and earlier this year, but still remain close to their lowest levels of the past three years.
What This Means for Buyers
● The market is becoming more balanced compared to last year.
● Buyers may have more leverage due to increased supply and longer listing times.
● Shopping around for lenders and negotiating terms (like rate buydowns or larger down payments) can help secure better mortgage rates.
While conditions aren’t as favorable as the ultra-low-rate era, 2026 presents improving opportunities for buyers, especially those who approach financing strategically.
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