Keller Williams Real Estate Market Update

Inflation continues to dominate economic headlines, but what does it actually mean for the housing market? In this episode, Gabi Brennesholz and Ruben Gonzalez unpack the latest inflation report, explain why mortgage rates are likely to remain elevated, and discuss how current market conditions are creating new opportunities for buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals. The conversation also...

In this month’s Market Update, Gabi Brennesholz and Ruben Gonzalez break down the latest housing and economic headlines impacting buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals right now. This episode covers: • Why new construction home sales are improving • How builders are adjusting pricing and incentives • What the latest CPI and PCE inflation reports mean • Why mortgage rates may stay elevated...

The spring housing market isn’t unfolding the way many expected ... and the data is telling a more complex story. In this April Market Update, Gabi Brennesholz and Ruben Gonzalez break down the latest housing and economic signals, including softer-than-expected home sales, rising mortgage rates, and growing consumer hesitation. They explore how global events (particularly rising oil prices) are be...

Sudden global shifts are reshaping the housing market in unexpected ways. In this month’s update, Ruben Gonzalez and Gabi Brennesholtz break down how a sharp spike in oil and gas prices, driven by geopolitical conflict, is creating ripple effects across inflation, mortgage rates, and buyer behavior. They also unpack February’s surprisingly flat housing data, weakening job numbers, and what to expe...

Recorded onsite at Family Reunion in Atlanta, this month’s market update unpacks the biggest insights from Gary Keller’s Vision speech and what they signal for housing in 2026 and beyond. Ruben Gonzalez and Gabi Brennesholtz break down January’s softer-than-expected sales, the role severe winter weather may have played, and why a stronger second half of the year remains the base-case scenario. The...

As we close out 2025 and step into the new year, the housing market is offering a clearer signal of what lies ahead. In this month’s market update, Ruben Gonzalez and Gabi Brennesholtz break down final 2025 NAR data, revealing a largely flat year for sales and modest price growth with meaningful regional differences. They also unpack year-end employment and inflation trends, discuss what ongoing e...

After a highly anticipated Fed rate cut and a year defined by affordability challenges, 2025 is coming to a close with a clearer picture of where the housing market stands and where it’s headed next. In this month’s market update, Ruben Gonzalez and Gabi Brennesholtz break down the biggest trends of the past year, from rising inventory and regional price shifts to the realities of buyer hesitation...

A cooling labor market, rising housing inventory, and growing uncertainty around the Fed’s next move are shaping a complex end to the year for real estate. In this month’s market update, Gabi Brennesholtz and Ruben Gonzalez break down the latest unemployment trends, what October’s existing home sales reveal about buyer behavior, and how affordability challenges are reshaping who’s entering the mar...

A prolonged government shutdown is creating fresh challenges for the housing market—from delayed closings to missing economic data just as the Fed prepares for another potential rate cut. In this month’s market update, Ruben Gonzalez and Gabi Brennesholtz unpack the real-world impact on homebuyers, sellers, and real estate professionals. From stalled USDA loans to surprising strength in existing h...

Despite a recent dip in mortgage rates and a slight bump in new home sales, many buyers are still sitting on the sidelines—and the uncertainty isn’t just about interest rates. In this episode, Ruben Gonzalez and Gabi Brennesholtz break down what the latest Fed decision signals, how buyer psychology is shaping demand, and why pricing trends are diverging sharply by region. With affordability improv...

Despite a modest uptick in summer sales, year-over-year numbers remain nearly flat—and inventory is quietly building across much of the U.S. In this episode, Ruben Gonzalez and Gabi Brennesholtz unpack the latest housing data and dive into the broader economic forces shaping the market, from elevated mortgage rates and sticky inflation to signs of cooling in the labor market. Whether you're ad...

New legislation, shifting buyer behavior, and stubborn mortgage rates are all shaping the real estate landscape. In this episode, Ruben Gonzalez and Gabi Brennesholtz unpack the latest tax bill and its implications for homeowners and investors, explore emerging trends in inventory, price reductions, and new construction, and provide timely guidance for navigating today’s complex market. Whether yo...

Rising inventory and steady mortgage rates are reshaping today’s housing landscape. In this episode, Ruben Gonzalez and Gabi Brennesholtz break down June’s housing data, discuss the Fed’s latest rate projections, and highlight how shifting supply and demand dynamics are creating opportunities—and challenges—for buyers and sellers alike. Whether you're preparing to list or considering a move, t...

As the real estate landscape continues to evolve, more regions are shifting from seller’s markets into buyer-friendly territory. In this episode, Ruben Gonzalez and Gabi Brennesholtz discuss the latest national and regional housing data, identify where inventory is rising fastest, and explore actionable strategies for both buyers and sellers. Whether you're navigating a cooling Sunbelt market...

As April unfolds, the ripple effects of market volatility are starting to show. With the stock market on a bit of a rollercoaster and mortgage rates staying stubbornly high, Ruben Gonzalez and guest Joy Powell dig into what it means for home sales, inventory, and the opportunities—and challenges—buyers and sellers are navigating right now. In this episode, you’ll learn: How the recent stock market...

As March wraps up, one thing's clear: uncertainty is the theme. From new tariffs to shifting mortgage rates, Ruben Gonzalez and this month's guest host, Jay Papasan, break down how buyers, sellers, and agents are impacted and what to watch as we head into April. In this episode, you'll learn: ·       How new tariffs affect the cost of new home construction ·       Why a look back at ta...

In this special edition of  Keller Williams Real Estate Market Update , we break down the key takeaways from Gary Keller’s  Vision Speech  at Keller Williams’ annual convention, with Nick Waltman, Chief Accounting Officer. Join Gabi Brennesholtz and Nick Waltman as they discuss: The state of home sales—why 2024 hit a historic low and what’s ahead for 2025 The truth about home appreciation and how...

Stay ahead of the rapidly evolving housing market with Keller Williams Real Estate Market Update . Designed for real estate agents, investors, and homeowners, this podcast delivers expert insights, key trends, and timely market data to help you navigate shifts with confidence. Hosted by Ruben Gonzales, Chief Economist at Keller Williams, and Gabi Brennesholtz, KW MAPS Executive Coach, each episode...