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The housing market is bending under pressure—and buyers are finally gaining the upper hand. In today’s episode, we break down the surge in seller concessions, why nearly 1 in 5 homes are selling below asking price, and what the latest Redfin data says about price growth and buyer demand. Plus, with 13% of pending sales falling through in March, we explore what’s driving this uptick in last-minute...

The Miami housing market is finally coming back down to earth—sales are plunging, inventory is spiking, and affordability is driving buyers away. In today’s episode, we break down why Florida’s hottest metro may be heading for a correction. Then we take you to Canada, where a bold plan to scale prefabricated housing could be the blueprint for tackling two of today’s biggest challenges: housing sho...

President Trump is turning up the heat on the Federal Reserve, publicly threatening to fire Chair Jerome Powell if interest rates don’t come down. At the same time, the White House is considering sweeping cuts to housing voucher programs like Section 8, potentially stripping rental assistance from millions of low-income Americans. In today’s episode, we unpack the growing political pressure on the...

Mortgage rates just surged to their highest level since February, sending homebuyers scrambling for riskier adjustable-rate loans. Meanwhile, President Trump is escalating his feud with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, threatening to remove him over interest rate policy. In today’s episode, we break down what rising rates mean for buyers and investors, why adjustable-rate mortgages are making...

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America’s top housing forecasters just dropped a bombshell. Zillow, Moody’s, and First American are now signaling serious weakness ahead for home prices in 2025. With mortgage rates rising again, affordability still stretched, and recession risks mounting, this episode unpacks what the new bearish forecasts mean for investors—and which regional markets could see the sharpest declines. Subscribe to...

Zillow just threw a grenade into the real estate industry. In a bold new move, the listing giant announced it will blacklist homes that are marketed privately before hitting public search portals. This targets the growing trend of “exclusive inventory,” where brokerages like Compass keep listings in-house to gain a competitive edge. But Zillow’s crackdown isn’t just about fairness — it’s about sur...

A rare bipartisan breakthrough in housing policy: Congress just introduced the Housing Supply Frameworks Act, a bill that could reshape local zoning nationwide. Backed by over 140 housing organizations, the bill directs HUD to develop model frameworks to help cities modernize restrictive land-use policies — the very ones driving America’s severe housing shortage. In this episode, we break down wha...

Landlords are going on offense in 2025. In this episode, we break down a new RentRedi survey showing that the majority of U.S. property investors—especially larger landlords—plan to expand their portfolios and invest heavily in renovations this year. We explore the regional trends, how tech is streamlining operations, and why investors remain confident despite rising costs and tighter regulations....

Mortgage rates are spiking—but the real danger isn’t just the Fed. It’s China. In this episode, we break down how the global selloff in U.S. Treasuries, triggered by President Trump’s tariff policy, is rattling confidence in America’s debt. But the bigger threat? China and other foreign nations are major holders of U.S. mortgage-backed securities—and they may start dumping them. If they do, it cou...

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When does the Federal Reserve intervene in the economy? In this episode, we unpack the historical playbook of Fed rescues—from the Long-Term Capital collapse to the 2020 pandemic—and explore whether today’s turmoil meets the threshold. With financial conditions tightening fast, we examine the signs the Fed watches for and what a new wave of intervention could look like. Subscribe to the BiggerPock...

President Trump launched a sweeping tariff plan—and within days, the markets revolted. Trillions vanished, bond yields spiked, and panic spread across Wall Street. Then came the stunning reversal: a 90-day pause on the tariffs, with Trump citing “instinct” over planning. In today’s episode, we walk through the chaos, explain why inflation data threw another wrench into the equation, and break down...

What happens to real estate when the next recession hits? Today’s episode explores the three types of recessions—monetary tightening, bubble pops, and economic shocks—and how each has historically impacted housing. From the stagflation of the 1970s to the housing crash of 2008 to the COVID-era boom, we break down how home prices responded and what investors can expect in a potential downturn fuele...

President Trump’s sweeping new tariffs are sending shockwaves through the U.S. economy—driving up prices, tanking markets, and forcing consumers and investors to rethink their strategies. In today’s episode, we break down what these tariffs mean for your wallet, your investment portfolio, and even your car-buying plans. From Roth conversions to rising auto prices to overlooked investing opportunit...

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Mortgage rates just took a sharp dive following Trump’s sweeping tariff announcement—and it’s already sending ripples through the housing market. In today’s episode, we break down what’s behind the sudden drop in rates, how it’s affecting home affordability, and why rising inventory may not be the silver bullet buyers hoped for. From record-high monthly payments to major market shifts in places li...

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Homebuyers are back—and they’re bidding high in America’s most expensive markets. In today’s episode, we break down new data showing that more than half of homes sold in San Francisco and San Jose went for above their original asking price. The Bay Area and New York metros are leading a surprising resurgence, even as much of the country shifts into a buyer’s market. We’ll explore what’s driving th...

President Trump is set to unveil what could be the most sweeping tariff policy in modern American history—potentially affecting trillions of dollars in imported goods. Dubbed “Liberation Day,” this move is being pitched as a way to bring back U.S. manufacturing and generate massive revenue for the federal government. But will it actually work? In today’s episode, we break down everything you need...

Wish you could go back to 2012 and buy real estate at the bottom? You can’t—but you might be able to do the next best thing. In this episode, we dive into why multifamily real estate is showing signs of a rebound after a brutal two-year bear market. Prices have dropped more than 23% since the 2022 peak, but rents are rising, supply is falling, and cap rates are beginning to compress. We’ll break d...

Homeowner delinquencies are rising—but before you panic, let’s set the record straight. In this episode, we break down the truth behind the recent viral charts sparking fear online. Are homeowners really in trouble, or is the data being misrepresented? We clarify the difference between multifamily loan delinquencies and single-family homeowner data, explain why we’re still below pre-COVID levels,...