Are new tariffs about to make your dream home $11,000 more expensive? This episode investigates the immediate impact of tariff concerns on the April 2025 housing market. We analyze the NAHB report revealing that 60% of builders are already seeing supplier price hikes averaging 6.3% due to tariffs. Despite tariff pauses, this could add nearly $11,000 to the cost of a new home. We discuss the growing uncertainty among builders about future sales and how this tariff shockwave is affecting construction costs, potentially leading to sluggish home price growth and a nervous buyer pool.

Could a stock market crash actually be good news for aspiring homeowners? This episode delves into the surprising connection between stock market volatility and potential home buying opportunities. We explore how declining stock values might push some buyers out of the market, impacting demand and potentially leading to price reductions. Discover how mortgage rates could react to economic uncertainty, either falling and boosting affordability or rising due to risk. We'll analyze expert opinions on whether a stock market downturn could shift investment towards real estate and ultimately create the secret trigger for your next home bargain. Learn who might benefit most and the key indicators to watch in this turbulent market.

The housing market in 2025 has seen a surprising shift: Baby Boomers are now the largest share of home buyers, overtaking Millennials. This episode dives into the National Association of Realtors (NAR) report highlighting this demographic change and explores the reasons behind it. We also examine the current state of the market with record-high monthly mortgage payments and signals of weakening home price growth. President Trump's tariffs and broader economic uncertainty add further complexity, potentially impacting buyer confidence and the overall market stability. Join us to understand these critical trends and what they mean for the future of homeownership.

Understanding the March 2025 housing landscape is crucial. We delve into the growing trend of private listing networks (PLNs) and their potential challenges for first-time buyers and those in PLN-dominant areas. Learn why some economists see "bad news" as potentially positive for mortgage rates. We also explore the significant financial implications of selling homes off the MLS, revealing a billion-dollar loss for sellers, with communities of color disproportionately affected. Gain insights into inventory levels, pending home sales exceeding 2024 figures, and the overall subdued spring market. This episode equips you with the knowledge to make informed strategic recommendations in today's complex real estate environment.

Dive deep into the 2025 housing market's complexities. We dissect the increasing inventory of homes and contrast it with ongoing economic uncertainties. Understand the latest trends in new listings, pending sales, and pricing pressures. We also examine the influence of mortgage rates and explore the persistent racial gaps in homeownership. Get a comprehensive analysis of the forces shaping the market and what it means for buyers and sellers.

This week, we dissect the perplexing housing market of early 2025. Discover why the Midwest is seeing record home price increases, led by Milwaukee's staggering 20% jump and double-digit growth in Detroit, fueled by critically low inventory. We contrast this with price drops in Texas and Florida where a surge in supply is giving buyers the upper hand. Nationally, while mortgage rates have dipped slightly, pending home sales are down, reflecting buyer anxiety amid economic uncertainty. We'll explore the impact of building permits on affordability, the slowest sales pace in five years, and whether lower mortgage rates can truly ignite the spring buying season.

The housing market faces a complex landscape. Mortgage rates are falling, yet pending home sales are down. We analyze whether lower rates can overcome economic uncertainty, rising prices, and concerns about tariffs. Learn about regional differences, inventory levels, and expert predictions for the spring buying season. Is now the right time to buy, sell, or refinance? We provide insights to help you make informed decisions.

Housing market mixed: inventory up, prices rising slowly, affordability strained. Mortgage rates key; watch for impact of economic policy & jobs data. Regional differences persist.

Is the housing market about to crash or simply stall? We analyze the latest data on home prices, mortgage rates, and inventory to reveal what's really happening and what to expect this spring.

Dive into 2025's housing market chaos! We dissect DOJ's clash with Zillow/NAR, HUD's upheaval under DOGE, & inventory woes. Plus, off-MLS risks, & veteran homeownership hurdles!

In this episode, the hosts dive deep into the ever-changing world of real estate, discussing market trends, demographic shifts, and economic influences. Key topics include the substantial impact of international migration, with 2.8 million people added to the U.S. population, driving significant changes in local markets.

They also address the rise of family caregiving responsibilities, analyzing its implications for real estate. Additionally, the conversation touches on Super Bowl ads, mortgage rates, and sector-specific insights from the NAR report. The implications of wildfires and the push for transparency in DOM metrics are also explored, providing valuable insights for real estate professionals.

In a rapidly changing real estate landscape, experts discuss the impact of various market fluctuations, including the National Association of Realtors' index dip and new home sales trends. Builders are offering more concessions, potentially lowering the median new home price.

The shift towards smaller, more efficient living spaces is highlighted, driven by generational preferences and high property costs. Millennial and Gen Z buyers are prioritizing location and smart design over expansive square footage. Moreover, with interest rates holding steady and federal decisions impacting housing programs, adaptability becomes crucial for real estate agents and broker owners to navigate these challenges successfully.

The real estate market is grappling with a power struggle over who controls the flow of listings. Several major brokerages are pushing to ditch the clear cooperation policy.

This could lead to less transparency and ultimately affect both buyers and sellers negatively. Additionally, Final Offer's PX Platform, a private network for sharing off-market and pre-MLS listings, has been launched, adding more complexity to the listing control debate.

With a surprising rise of mortgage rates to near 7%, the episode delves into an intricate real estate forecast. The increase in rates, influenced by strong jobs data, inflation fears, and a cautious Fed, is hitting buyers hard.

Loans conforming to the standards set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac hit a record low. This has made it more challenging to qualify for conventional loans, leading to a slow start in January's home sales.

This podcast episode discusses the conflicting dynamics in the current real estate market, with housing affordability at a record low, yet a rising trend of homeowners having a 'never sell' mentality.

Additionally, they touch on the impact of increased wildfires on the housing market, in particular on insurance premiums, and the potential consequences of ongoing NAR lawsuits.

In this episode, the hosts discuss the recent surge in pending home sales and the fluctuating mortgage rates. Amidst these changes, the real estate market looks to be shifting from a seller's market.

There's also a spotlight on the stir caused by the dip in the National Association of Realtors (NAR) membership as a power struggle unfolds within the conventional model of real estate.

The episode touches on the unnerving surge of mortgage rates, causing unease in the real estate market.

This unexpected twist after the Federal Reserve cuts has particularly impacted home builders with their growing inventory of unsold homes. Nervous anticipation surrounds the likelihood of rates to stay above 6% throughout 2025.

This podcast episode discusses the major real estate events and trends of 2024. Despite the initial projections for a robust housing rebound, sales barely inched past the dismal numbers of 2023.

Various factors, including the ever-present affordability crisis, were discussed. With a median priced home less affordable than the historical average in 98% of the counties, the dream of owning a home is becoming increasingly difficult.

Last week's real-estate news was packed with dramatic developments, fueling an intense discussion. Forecasts are predicting a 2% increase in home prices for 2025 by the NAR, while Zillow predicts continued increase in rental prices.

Amid all these, NAR is facing challenges on various fronts, including a controversy over funding conservative political groups and the Department of Justice's ongoing investigation.

A reveal into the week’s real estate news, the podcast delves into major highlights; shaking mortgage rates, potential policy impacts from Trump's administration, and the surge in purchase applications.

One of the topics was the 'silver tsunami' - the inventory issue that the aging baby boomers could potentially solve but seems challenged by demographics and location preferences.