After a strong run to close out 2010, the market for home resales softened a bit in January.

Another day, another strong report for housing. The Pending Home Sales Index climbed 2 percent in December, according to the National Association of REALTORS®

The housing market continues to expand, and surprise.

The Pending Home Sales Index surged 10 percent in October as low mortgage rates and low home prices spurred buyers into action. The market looks different today, however.

So long as mortgage rates remain rock bottom, the autumn season is looking like a terrific time to buy.