10/26/2026
🏡 MARYLAND HOMEOWNERS, BUYERS & INVESTORS: 5 THINGS TO KNOW TODAY
1️⃣ Baltimore-area pending sales fell 14.9% year over year, while active inventory increased 21.2%. More choices may create negotiating room—but every neighborhood is different.
2️⃣ The Federal Reserve announces its next decision Wednesday. Markets expect a hold, but that is still a forecast, not an official decision.
3️⃣ Small builders reported materially higher construction-cost increases than large builders. Current quotes and a realistic contingency are essential for flips.
4️⃣ Prince George's County opens its Emerging Developers Initiative RFQ today. The qualified roster may lead to multifamily opportunities, but it is not a guaranteed award.
5️⃣ Maryland's new Starter and Silver Homes Act limits some local zoning barriers. Every lot still requires full zoning, utility and site due diligence.
Ready to buy, sell, invest or build in Maryland? Let's make your next move a smart one.
Thao Nguyen | Realtor® | Fairfax Realty Premier
240-579-4888 | [email protected] | Serving Maryland