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Where homeownership is creating the most wealth for Americans
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Stacker , KVIA ABC-7
· July 23, 2026
· 4 min read
National housing prices are flat in 2026, and rising mortgage rates have put homeownership out of reach for many. But regional data shows equity-rich markets still exist—and wealth creation remains possible for those positioned to capitalize on it. Offerpad , a real estate technology company, has...
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Category: business ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? National housing prices are flat in 2026, and rising mortgage rates have put homeownership out of reach for many. But regional data shows equity-rich markets still exist—and wealth creation remains possible for those positioned to capitalize on it. Offerpad , a real estate technology company, has...
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