House prices have risen over the last four years and should post another modest gain this year.
In the Washington Post, Moody's chief economist Mark Zandi lists a few major macroeconomic trends for 2016, including gains in prices. Fortunately for owners, regulatory changes make this a more stable environment than what existed a decade ago.
Also, first-time buyers should find it easier to get a mortgage, and rents will continue to rise.
