On The Market

Successfully navigating today's housing market requires understanding the trends creating both opportunities and risks for investors. But what if varying data points in different directions? While the national average home price hit a new record high, prices in more than one third of major U.S. housing markets are now declining, particularly in Florida and Texas where some areas face crash-level d...

Will mortgage rates finally fall in the second half of 2025? Host Dave Meyer predicted rates in the mid-6's back in December, which has proved accurate halfway through this year. Now, Dave is providing his outlook for the rest of 2025, and a long-term mortgage rate forecast for the next several years. Meyer discusses the structural forces that could drive the mortgage landscape and the housing mar...

Are you concerned about the fluctuating value of the US dollar and its impact on the real estate market? With recent shifts in the dollar's strength, it's essential to understand how this can affect your real estate investments. In this episode, Dave delves into the intricate relationship between currency value, interest rates, inflation, and the housing market. Discover why changes in the dollar'...

Is rental affordability finally improving for the average American renter? Moody's Senior Economist Lu Chen joins us to discuss surprising trends in multifamily supply and demand, and how rent growth might be impacted for real estate investors. With affordability nearing pre-pandemic levels, there's significant easing in rental prices thanks to increased supply. Are rents about to fall even furthe...

Are we nearing a housing market crash, or is this merely another cycle in the ever-evolving real estate landscape? Dive into today's episode where Dave Meyer unpacks critical economic data impacting your investing decisions. From slowing new listing growth to mortgage delinquency rates, understand what these trends mean for home prices and more! Plus, find out how recent labor market fluctuations...

President Trump's newly signed "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" has made the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provisions permanent, creating massive opportunities for real estate investors to reduce their tax burden and potentially save thousands of dollars on their 2025 returns. On this episode of On The Market, host Dave Meyer and CPA Brandon Hall break down the most significant tax code changes included...

When will interest rates and mortgage rates give real estate investors a break? Today’s headlines hint at the Fed’s cautious approach to rate cuts, influenced by tariffs and inflation fears. As mortgage rates tick down slightly, questions arise about where home prices and the housing market prediction are headed. Should the Fed err on the side of caution or give a little relief to the housing mark...

Discover the secrets to building wealth in the Midwest's real estate market. Why are savvy investors turning to the Great Lakes region? Dave Meyer dives deep into the affordability crisis, examining how cash flow and stable appreciation offer lucrative opportunities in cities like Milwaukee, Indianapolis, and Chicago. Learn how regions with low housing prices and strong rental yields are becoming...

Could Florida’s housing market downturn be the first sign of a nationwide correction — or is it a regional anomaly? In this episode of On the Market, Dave Meyer dives into Florida’s sharp drop in home prices, especially in the condo market, and explores the factors behind this shift. Are declining migration, soaring insurance premiums, and excess supply likely to spread to other markets? Whether y...

What impact do military conflicts have on the US economy and housing market? Join Dave Meyer on today's episode of On the Market as he delves into the potential scenarios that could unfold due to recent US airstrikes in Iran. As tensions rise in the Middle East, the effects on mortgage rates, housing prices, and the broader economy remain uncertain but crucial for real estate investors to consider...

A new report released by Realtor.com offers rare insight into real estate investor trends across the US. Host Dave Meyer breaks them all down in this episode of On The Market, including an increase in investor home purchases, where investors are buying selling, and much more. Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Find an Investor-Fri...

How do investors feel about today's housing market and what does it mean for your real estate portfolio? On this episode, OTM host Dave Meyer digs into recent investor surveys by Stessa and ResiClub to provide insights into investor plans and market trends. You'll learn how investors are planning to navigate the real estate market in the next year, including some diverging regional trends. Plus, D...

Are rising interest rates putting pressure on the housing market and national debt? Join Dave Meyer as he dives into the implications of the U.S. national debt on real estate investors and everyday Americans. With the debt now surpassing the nation's GDP, real estate experts are concerned about how this could influence housing prices and mortgage rates. Learn about the historical trends and discov...

Trump's new tax bill aims to extend tax deductions that are set to expire, ensuring continued economic growth and stability for real estate investors. But how can these changes benefit your investment strategy? In this episode, Dave breaks down President Trump's signature tax legislation (the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" or OBBBA) making its way through Congress, including what's in it, what's mis...

Redfin's latest forecast suggests home prices will see a 1% decline by year-end, a significant shift after years of growth. On The Market host Dave Meyer is joined by Chen Zhao, Redfin's Head of Economics Research, to discuss the key factors behind this projection, including a changing ratio of buyers to sellers in the market. Later in the show, Dave and Chen break down regional trends across the...

Home sale cancellations are rising. Does that mean sellers are ready to drop prices? On this episode, Dave Meyer reveals how the emerging buyer’s market, increasing contract cancellations, and mortgage delinquency rates are shaping the current real estate landscape. Stay tuned for Dave's bonus insights on how to adjust your strategies and negotiate deals during this transitionary period. Links fro...

Is the housing market finally tipping in favor of buyers? This week on On the Market, Dave Meyer is joined by Kathy Fettke, Henry Washington, and James Dainard to break down a critical shift in housing market trends. With sellers now outnumbering buyers in many cities for the first time in over a decade, investors are facing new opportunities and new risks. The panel dives into how mortgage rates,...

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, America’s largest bank, just issued a major economic warning. In Dimon’s eyes, the economy has falsely recovered from the tariffs imposed on Liberation Day, with investors exhibiting an extraordinary amount of “complacency” in the face of mounting economic risks. If the country’s biggest bank is saying this, why aren’t Americans listening, and what should you do...

Warren Buffett just dropped a blunt take on why real estate may not deliver the same upside as stocks. Is he onto something—or overlooking key factors that still make the housing market a smart bet? We’re breaking it all down on today’s headlines episode!   Meanwhile, a huge wave of properties is quietly changing hands. Boomers are passing down homes, but are Millennials ready for the keys? For ma...

Rent growth has slowed significantly since the massive hikes of 2020-2023, but could we be close to another major rebound? A surge in multifamily supply has led many apartments to offer discounted rents, move-in and renewal concessions, and other perks to attract renters. Renters currently have the upper hand, but what happens when the supply-demand balance shifts—and less than half the usual new...

New builds are popping up everywhere. But some markets have a lot more new homes on the way. This could be risky for real estate investors in these areas, as steady demand and growing supply could put downward pressure on home and rent prices. Where are builders the most and least bullish in 2025, and which markets have so much supply that investors might want to steer clear? Today, we’re giving y...

Price cuts are hitting the housing market fast, and Wall Street is paying close attention. A new real estate fund just raised $6 billion specifically to invest, signaling that now could be close to the bottom for investment properties. Should you follow their lead, and if you do, which markets are seeing the biggest price cuts where you can pick up discounted deals well below asking price? We’re s...

Price cuts surge across the housing market as inventory bounces back in a big way. The “healthier” housing market is starting to show, and the “gap” between buyers and sellers is shrinking. Zillow’s Orphe Divounguy is back to give a sneak peek at their latest housing market data, which shows encouraging signs for buyers, agents, lenders, and anyone who wants the housing market to get back in actio...

Economic risk is growing, and protecting/building your wealth could get more challenging. Stocks are overvalued, mortgage rates are high, and many Americans feel stuck without a good option. What’s BiggerPockets CEO Scott Trench doing with his money to protect his wealth from inflation, recessions, and easy-money policies? Today, Scott shares his exact plan (and new investments!). Scott went on re...

The US economy is shrinking, with GDP declining this quarter. We’re getting closer to recession territory, so why aren’t mortgage rates dropping? We’ll explain how one crucial part of the economy is staying strong—keeping the Fed from cutting and delaying the typical rate-drop that comes with a recession. What’s stopping us from going back to sub-6% mortgage rates? We’ll break it down in this epis...