Episode 336
Homeownership in 2026 Barriers Breakthroughs and the Path Forward
Buying a home in Buffalo is getting harder. Rising interest rates, low…
What’s Next? · Buffalo Toronto Public Media
April 1, 202655m 28s
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Show Notes
Buying a home in Buffalo is getting harder. Rising interest rates, low inventory, and higher loan amounts are putting pressure on first time buyers, especially working-class families and non-native English speakers. Takeysha Mudzingwa and Jim Ahrens from Five Star Bank break down what’s changed and share practical strategies to navigate credit, financing, and the path from pre-qualification to closing.