As 2026 approaches, so do major changes for the California and national housing markets. Read on to get the latest headlines, stories, and resources to prepare for the new year.
Cautious optimism predicted for California’s 2026 housing market
After months of economic uncertainty and inflation, the California Association of Realtors expects the market to improve slightly in the next year. Their 2026 California Housing Market Forecast predicts that the housing supply will continue to look up and the median home price will rise 3.6% to $905,000, among other promising expectations. Read the forecast and expert predictions to get the full scope of what this means for your business in the coming year.
Fannie Mae expects a surge of home sales in 2026
Mortgage giant Fannie Mae released projections in late September estimating that mortgage rates will likely fall to 5.9% by December 2026. Lower rates could encourage homebuyers to purchase homes, revitalizing the housing industry. See the 2025 mortgage rates outlook here for more information on how much existing home and new home sales could rise, what this means for the mortgage industry, and how this mortgage rate change can impact the housing market.
What every homeowner needs to know about heat pumps
Heat pumps are increasingly common in homes across Northern California, but for many homeowners, this system remains a mystery. That’s why we at Blue Mountain Construction Services assembled an in-depth guide to these HVAC alternatives, including how they work, their benefits and features, and easy tips to make the most of it in your home. View our Heat Pump Guide here.
Carrier Residential
Among the crowded landscape of HVAC manufacturers, Carrier holds the distinction of inventing the powerful system many Californians rely on every single day. Since 1902, they have built on that legacy, developing smart features designed for the ways you actually live, work, and play. That’s why we’re honored to work with the best — and first — in business, Carrier HVAC. Learn more about the legacy, innovation, and state-of-the-art products of Carrier Residential.
Employee Spotlight
Tim Frank has been with the Blue Mountain team for four years and in the industry for over 34. He heads up the estimating and project management [team] for the Multi-Family and Commercial Division for BMCS. For building customers, Tim is the first point of contact to get projects started with pricing and scope of work.
When not working, he enjoys spending time with his seven kids and 12 grandkids from his blended family. He also enjoys movies and music like Law Abiding Citizen and the band Rush.
Please reach out to Tim Frank for your next HVAC project.
