The Fed held rates. Inflation jumped to 3.5%. Mortgage rates ticked up — but they're still lower than last year. And while national home prices are barely moving, Columbus is a different story. Midwest markets are holding strong while cities like Phoenix, Dallas, and Tampa see price declines. Central Ohio sellers — your equity is intact and your window is open. Interest rate cuts? Experts are now predicting none for the rest of 2026. What you see today is likely what you get all year.