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Real Estate Market MinuteI Now Expect an Interest Rate Cut in SeptemberThe jobs report on Friday shows that the Federal Reserve must ensure they respect their dual mandate. Because of this I expect interest rates to fall in the coming months quite significantly. I go over this part of the report and explain what it means for the struggling housing market in the coming months and into next year.
2024-07-0707 minReal Estate Market MinuteHomebuilders Are Slowing the Pace of New Home ConstructionHomebuilders are striking back. Why do I say that? The pace of new home construction slowed considerably for the 3rd month in a row. I explain why I think that is and what has to happen for new home construction, and sales, to come back.
2024-07-0405 minReal Estate Market MinuteA Look At The Top and Bottom Rental Markets in the U.S.Zumper came out with their latest study of the best and worst rental markets over the past year. I go over the list, plus figure out how things have changed so much over the past year and what it could mean going forward.
2024-06-2707 minReal Estate Market MinuteHasn’t the Housing Market Slowed Down Enough?I go through a series of data points provided by Redfin that tells me the housing market has slowed down enough and it is time for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates before it’s too late.
2024-06-2407 minReal Estate Market MinuteIs the U.S. Showing a Housing Slowdown Because of Too Much Supply?According to Redfin we finally arrived to the point where at least temporarily housing supply is outweighing buyer demand in parts of Florida and other parts of the U.S. due to lots of new home construction over the past year. I go over what’s going on with this latest trend, the cities in the U.S. and Florida most effected, and how long this may last.
2024-06-1706 minReal Estate Market MinuteDemand for New Mortgages Surge This Past WeekAccording the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) mortgage demand surged 16% over the past week. Could such a small drop in the 30 year-fixed rate really cause this much demand? If so, what could this mean for the real estate market going forward? I get into this and briefly discuss the latest FED decision to keep rates unchanged at today’s FOMC meeting.
2024-06-1306 minReal Estate Market MinuteUnemployment Rises to 4.0% and What is Next for Rates?The unemployment rate rose to 4.0% that is the highest reading since January of 2022. What could this data mean for the FED’s next move and interest rates? I go into the effect of this report and what it could mean for the housing market going forward.
2024-06-0706 minReal Estate Market MinuteRenters Are Staying in Their Homes Much LongerRenters are opting to renew leases and stay in their homes much longer than ever before. In fact, according to research from Redfin, 1 in 6 renters are now living in their homes for 10 years or more! Why are folks not moving as often as they used to, and how could this impact today’s real estate market and the housing market that could develop into the future?
2024-06-0408 minReal Estate Market MinuteNew Construction Homes Are Getting SmallerHomebuilders are building smaller homes. Buyers are now opting for smaller homes and so homebuilders have been providing just that. However, what’s the real reason for the recent trend in new home size? I get into that and what it really means for the housing market and what buyers want.
2024-06-0207 minReal Estate Market MinuteU.S. Rents Are Down Over the Last 12 MonthsAccording to @apartmentlist which you can follow on X, U.S. rents are down month over month and year over year. The negative to stabilized rental prices indicates we have finally bottomed in the rental market. If so, what does this mean for interest rates and the future of the housing market?
2024-05-3106 minReal Estate Market MinuteNational Home Prices Are Rising Year Over YearAccording to The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), U.S. Home prices rose 6.6% between Q1 2023 and Q1 2024. I dive into the states and metros with both the largest increases and biggest declines. Plus, I tell you what I think is coming next for home values based on the current housing market environment we continue to see ourselves in.
2024-05-2807 minReal Estate Market MinuteAsking Rents Are Falling in Major Metros Across the U.S.The amount a Property Manager or Landlord asks for rent has decreased year over year from April 2023 to April 2024. Metros in the Sunbelt have seen some of the biggest declines although a city not in the Sunbelt tops the overall list. I go over the top 10 metros and why the impact to the investment part of the housing market may continue to slow down until a few things change.
2024-05-2307 minReal Estate Market MinuteDemand for 2nd Homes Has Dropped SignificantlyBuyer demand for a 2nd home either for an investment or a vacation home fell to a 6 year low in 2023. I go over the reasons for this and what it might mean for the current housing market and future trends for both the real estate market and interest rates.
2024-05-2107 minReal Estate Market MinuteApril CPI Inflation Number Indicates Rate Cuts May Come Sooner and More Rapidly Then Originally ThoughtThe latest CPI inflation reading shows inflation continuing to cool off. However, there is one aspect of the report that continues to lag and it’s directly related to the real estate market. I dig into the latest CPI reading and cover what it most likely means for interest rates going forward and the housing market overall.
2024-05-1607 minReal Estate Market MinuteWhat Home Depot Earnings Tell Us About the Future of the Housing MarketThe Home Depot quarterly earnings report and call tell us quite a bit about the consumer as it pertains to the housing economy. It also gives us a glimpse into the future of the housing market as I go over what was said and extrapolate this out to what we will see in the coming months and years regarding the real estate market.
2024-05-1508 minReal Estate Market MinuteThe Latest on Inflation Data and Interest RatesInflation data from last week is telling us that rates should come down in the near future. Just when will they come down, and how big an impact could it have on the real estate market when they do?
2024-05-1307 minReal Estate Market MinuteCould We See Lower Interest Rates By the Summer Because the Economy is Getting Weaker?The economy is starting to show some cracks and that might just be what is needed for the FED to act and cut interest rates. I go over that and another scenario that the homebuilders face making my case for why I think interest rate cuts and a lower 30 year-fixed mortgage rate could be headed our way by the summer.
2024-05-0808 minReal Estate Market MinuteThe National Association of Homebuilders has a Plan to Increase Housing SupplyThe NAHB has outlined a plan to the government to boost housing supply. The 10-point plan is aimed to ease shelter inflation and remove barriers that hinder the construction of new homes. This higher for longer interest rate environment continues to cut into housing supply. I explain the NAHB’s plan and what you can read between the lines as it pertains to the future of the housing market.
2024-05-0606 minReal Estate Market MinuteToday’s Non Farm Payroll Report Will Impact Interest Rates Going ForwardThis morning the government released the April Jobs Non Farm Payroll report and it was well below expectations. Unemployment rate also ticked up to 3.9%. Was does this all mean for interest rates and ultimately the 30 year-fixed mortgage rate going forward, and how significant could this new development be to the housing market?
2024-05-0306 minReal Estate Market MinuteThe Latest on the FED’s Interest Rate DecisionYesterday the Federal Reserve decided to leave rates unchanged. But that was not all they said. In fact, I think one of the most important and overlooked things from their statement will have a direct impact on interest rates this month and, therefore, directly impact both the bond market and the 30 year-fixed mortgage rate going forward.
2024-05-0206 minReal Estate Market MinutePending Home Sales Rose Significantly in MarchPending home sales which represent homes that go under contract rose 3.4% in March. While the rise is encouraging we are still at multi-year lows overall. What will it take to increase the volume of home sales and what will be the end result to the housing market if all of these things that I think is inevitable come together?
2024-05-0108 minReal Estate Market MinuteA Case Study on the Rise and Fall of Austin, Texas Home ValuesI take a deep dive into what happened to the Austin, Texas real estate market. Home values skyrocketed for years and have since in recent months cooled and in fact dropped significantly. What caused the boom in home values? Why have values fallen? What is happening now and has it finally normalized? What can we take from this case study and how can we extrapolate it out to some of the other hottest metros that experienced same such as Miami, Tampa, Phoenix, and Dallas?
2024-04-3009 minReal Estate Market MinuteUpdated 2024 U.S. Housing ForecastsExperts weigh in on the latest housing market forecasts. I go through it all and determine what it means going forward and why it makes quite a bit of sense going forward for the housing market’s next move.
2024-04-2906 minReal Estate Market MinuteWhat Should You Really Know About Where Home Values are HeadedAccording to recent data from Fannie Mae, almost 25% of people believe home values are going down. Why are so many people negative and bearish about the real estate market? I dive deep into why I think people think like this and is there any merit to their beliefs? The data never lies.
2024-04-2506 minReal Estate Market MinuteRents are Stablizing But Are They Affordable?Rent prices nationwide are finally finding their footing. The stabilized rental market showed a small increase year over year much more in line with the norm. But is it really still affordable? Today’s show looks at a major study of 100 metropolitan locations in the U.S. to determine where rents are and just what might happen from here on out.
2024-04-2305 minReal Estate Market MinuteMarch Existing Home Sales Show a SlowdownMarch existing home sales drop although the median price of a home actually rose nationally. I go over the numbers and explain why I think existing homes are selling at a slower pace than a month ago and even a year ago.
2024-04-1804 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe FED Just Told You Higher Rates for LongerThe Federal Reserver Chairman Jerome Powell confirmed what I’ve been speculating over the last few weeks; that interest rates will mostly likely remain higher for a long time. I go over what I think this higher rate environment will mean for the future of the housing market and what impact it may have to inventory and new construction as well.
2024-04-1706 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe 14 Most Affordable U.S. States to Buy a HomeThere are only 14 U.S. states where you can buy a home if you earn less than $75,000 in income per year. I reveal the list and explain why this statistic is so significant in a few different ways.
2024-04-1505 min
Real Estate Market MinuteAre Higher Rates Actually Driving Inflation to Go Higher?JP Morgan makes the case that higher interest rates are actually driving inflation even higher. I explain why they think this is the case and could it cause the Federal Reserve to pivot and lower interest rates sooner rather than later? Learn more at https://remarketminute.com
2024-04-1106 min
Real Estate Market MinuteInterest Rates Shall Remain Higher for LongerAfter the hot CPI print this morning, and more and more evidence the economy is strengthening, I am taking on a new stance when it comes to how many interest rate cuts we should expect from the Federal Reserve in 2024. Learn more at https://remarketminute.com
2024-04-1105 min
Real Estate Market MinuteResidential Construction Hiring is Increasing SignificantlyHiring for residential construction jobs is reaccelerating at a rapid rate. We are seeing the highest number of jobs in this sector that we have not seen in a long time. Why is this happening and what does it say about what the homebuilders think about the future of the real estate market? I go into the numbers and tell you what it means for the housing market.
2024-04-0904 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe NAR vs. Sitzer/Burnett Settlement AgreementOn March 15th, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) agreed to settle the Sitzer/Burnett case. The changes to the real estate industry are set to take effect in July 2024. I discuss what it means not just for the real estate industry but what it could also mean for the real estate market going forward.
2024-04-0808 min
Real Estate Market MinuteIs April the Best Time to List Your Home for Sale?According to realtor.com April is the best time to sell your home as buyer demand increases significantly during this time of year. I go over why they think that is and also I give you my opinion on if you should sell your home now or wait.
2024-04-0605 min
Real Estate Market MinuteBaby Boomers Are Choosing to Not Sell and Age in PlaceThe Baby Boomer generation, which was once thought to bring a large supply of housing inventory to the market as they downsize and/or relocate closer to children and grandchildren, has decided not to comply. Instead, they are not selling their homes and deciding to age in place instead. A new Redfin study finds this trend is here and in my opinion could be here for a long time. I discuss this and the significant implication it could have on the future of the U.S. housing market.
2024-04-0405 min
Real Estate Market MinuteWhy Higher Mortgage Rates Limit Housing SupplySome recent data shows just how many homeowners have a 30 year-fixed mortgage rate under 5%. The data is compelling and indicates several trends we should see in 2024 regarding the U.S. housing market.
2024-04-0107 min
Real Estate Market MinuteMortgage Demand Slows This WeekDemand for financing a home with a mortgage and refinancing existing mortgages both slowed over the past week according to The Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA’s) weekly reading. Does it mean the real estate market is in for a slow down? I think quite the opposite is coming and I explain why in today’s show.
2024-03-2706 min
Real Estate Market MinuteA County Population Migration StudyThe Census Bureau came out with their latest data on population and migration trends. On this show I reveal the top counties folks are moving into and the top counties folks are moving out of within the United States. These trends can indicate where housing demand will remain strong going forward.
2024-03-2509 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe Latest Federal Reserve Interest Rate DecisionThe Federal Reserve released their latest statement and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell spoke to the media afterwards. Today I discuss their latest decision, what it is significant, and what other clues we can ascertain from the media session as it relates to mortgage interest rates, the housing market, and the future of rates as well.
2024-03-2208 min
Real Estate Market MinuteHomebuilder Sentiment and Confidence Highest Since Last JulyThe National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) index rose to positive territory for the first time in nearly a year, signaling that Homebuilders are more confident than they have been since last July. I go over how this is a significant tell for the future of the housing market.
2024-03-2005 min
Real Estate Market MinuteCash is King in These U.S. Housing MarketsAll-Cash buyers are now at the highest level in a decade. Why are there so many more cash buyers than ever before? I go over this, which metros in the U.S. saw the highest cash buyers, and what it means for these areas and their respective real estate markets going forward.
2024-03-1807 min
Real Estate Market MinuteWhen Will Mortgage Rates Fall?More data has come in suggesting where mortgage rates may trend in the coming months and 2024. I go over what one analyst thinks and why I think his prediction of the 30 year-fixed mortgage rate may be accurate, and what it should mean for the housing market and your investment thesis going forward.
2024-03-1306 min
Real Estate Market MinuteIs the Rental Market Softening?Rental Housing Economist Jay Parsons @jayparsons put out a tweet recently that explains why we should not just be looking at asking rents but in-place rents as well. What is the data telling us about the rental market? I go over the national rental market, discuss the hottest and coldest rental markets in the U.S. and explain why this is very important factor in determining the future of interest rates.
2024-03-1107 min
Real Estate Market MinuteWhat 2 Homebuilder Executives Think Can Help with Housing AffordabilityLennar Corp and Invitation Homes CEO’s discussed the U.S. housing shortage and what they are looking to do for the future of home building and how technology will play a major role going forward.
2024-03-0605 min
Real Estate Market Minute2024 New Home Design TrendsAccording the National Association of Homebuilders latest “What Home Buyers Really Want” study, buyers are looking for better and more specific features to a home instead of a larger home. I discuss what this survey reveals and what it means for you as an investor, homebuilder, and developer navigating today’s housing market.
2024-03-0507 min
Real Estate Market MinuteNew Home Sales are Up at the Start of 2024According to the HUD and U.S. Census Bureau, new single-family home sales rose 1.5% month-to-month. The pace of new construction home sales is rising year over year as well. Why are we seeing this increase and what does this say about the confidence of the housing market in 2024?
2024-03-0406 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe Average 30-Year Mortgage Rates Rises to 6.94%For the 4th week in a row the 30-year average mortgage rate rises. What is causing this rise and will it last? I dig into this and also explain when I think rates may actually start to be cut by the Federal Reserve going forward.
2024-03-0106 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe CEO of Homebuilder Taylor Morrison Says Today’s Homebuyer is More ConfidentIn an interview with CNBC, CEO Sheryl Palmer of the homebuilder Taylor Morrison says the psychology of the consumer today is much different than a year ago with respect to interest rates and the 30-year fixed mortgage rate. I dive into her thoughts and why they are so important in understanding just what type of housing market to expect in 2024.
2024-02-2906 min
Real Estate Market MinuteWhat One Major Homebuilder Thinks About 2024In a recent interview with the Associated Press, The CEO of KB Homes, which builds homes in California, Texas, and Florida, Jeffrey Mezger, answers questions on his outlook for the 2024 housing market and weighs in on interest rates as well.
2024-02-2808 min
Real Estate Market MinuteEconomists Increase the U.S. Economic GDP Outlook for 2024The National Association for Business Economics predicts the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) will rise 2.2% in 2024, a much more bullish forecast compared to what they thought 2 months ago. Why is the economy strengthening and what does it mean going forward for the housing market and interest rates including the 30 year-fixed mortgage rate?
2024-02-2706 min
Real Estate Market MinuteWall Street Expects a Great Year for Homebuilders AgainThe edge goes to the homebuilders in 2024 yet again as many publicly traded companies from Lennar, Toll Brothers, to KB Homes and others continue to outshine the benchmark S&P 500 Index almost performing twice as well. Wall Street analysts think this will continue into 2024 as Homebuilders create much needed supply in an environment where housing demand is increasing. I get into what’s going on and what it means going forward for real estate and housing market overall.
2024-02-2607 min
Real Estate Market MinuteHomes are Spending Less Time on the MarketThe latest trend in January indicates that home demand is continuing to surge as the median days on the market for a home fell year over year and is starting to creep up to numbers we have not seen since 2021. Could this be the 2021 housing market all over again in 2024? I answer that and more on today’s show.
2024-02-2305 min
Real Estate Market MinuteExperts Revise Home Price Forecasts for 2024 Much HigherExperts have revised their 2024 home price forecasts higher based on the latest February data and market trends. All think home values will increase by more than originally forecasted. I go into who thinks what, why they think so, and tell why I think one of these forecasts is very telling of the future.
2024-02-2205 min
Real Estate Market MinuteHousing Starts Decline in JanuaryHousing starts declined in January. Housing starts represent the early stage of construction and it is showing a decline in production. I look into the numbers and compare single family starts to multifamily starts and explain why this trend is happening and what it means for the housing market going forward.
2024-02-2106 min
Real Estate Market MinuteWhy 2024 is Showing Signs of a Healthy and Stable Housing MarketAs more existing inventory hits the market and mortgage rates stabilize, 2024 is showing us that the housing market is showing signs of health and normalcy. I dive into a case study of the Northeast of Florida and touch on South Florida as examples of what it looks like when the real estate market shows signs of stabilization, and how this is most likely what we are going to see in 2024 in more and more locations throughout the U.S.
2024-02-2007 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe Best States to Buy and Hold for Cash FlowZillow conducted a recent survey of the where generation Z wants to live and not live. This latest trend in the real estate market is quite significant. I break down these locations, discuss why investing in these states provide a great place to buy and hold to rent for cash flow and passive income.
2024-02-1906 min
Real Estate Market MinuteHomebuilder Confidence Rose Again in FebruaryFor the 3rd straight month homebuilder confidence rose. I discuss why builders and showing confidence in the housing market, and also where in the U.S. their confidence is.
2024-02-1606 min
Real Estate Market MinuteHomeowners are Staying in Their Homes Much LongerA new report from Redfin shows that Americans are staying in their homes twice as long as they used to during the early 2000’s. I dig into why Redfin thinks this is the case, what it means for the housing market today and into the future.
2024-02-1506 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe Growing Trend of In-State MigrationsThere is a growing trend of in-state migrations, folks moving from one city to another within the same state. I delve into a Florida example and explain what is driving this trend, how it pertains to the U.S. as a whole and what it may mean for the housing market going forward.
2024-02-1407 min
Real Estate Market MinuteJanuary CPI Report Means Higher Rates for LongerInflation cooled to 3.1% in January according to the January Consumer Price Index Report (CPI Report) thus cooling less than expected. The reaction to the 10 year treasury is pronounced. I go over the data, what it means for mortgage interest rates and the overall housing market going forward.
2024-02-1306 min
Real Estate Market MinuteHome Buying Optimism Is Highest Since March 2022Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) has its highest level since March of 2022. I go over where in the survey sentiment is the highest and lowest and how you the consumer of real estate should be thinking going forward.
2024-02-1207 min
Real Estate Market MinuteIt’s No Wonder the Real Estate Market is Now Healthy AgainPutting it all together and then some, a recent Wall Street Journal article does a great job of explaining why buyers want to buy real estate again. There are several factors contributing to this which I have covered in the past, but this is my attempt to put it all together to understand why today’s housing market is in a healthy state and will only get better from here.
2024-02-0908 min
Real Estate Market MinuteI asked A.I. for the Top Cities to Invest in Real EstateI asked artificial intelligence, specifically Meta A.I. to give me the top cities in the U.S. to invest in real estate right now. I reveal the list of real estate investment gems and why I agree and disagree with the answer.
2024-02-0808 min
Real Estate Market MinuteMillennials Are Extremely Intent on HomeownershipAccording to Clever’s survey of millennial homebuyers, it is clear they are very intent on buying a home. I go over the survey results, what it means for their potential to own a home, and what it indicated going forward for the housing market and anyone involved in the housing sector.
2024-02-0706 min
Real Estate Market MinuteRents Are Starting to Show a Slight DeclineRent prices in many metros are starting to decline month over month according to a study done by Florida Atlantic University. I go over where rents are declining the most, how long it will last, and what it means for your investment portfolio.
2024-02-0606 min
Real Estate Market MinuteIt Seems Now is the Time to Buy Real EstateThe long term effect of buying real estate is without question one of the best ways to build wealth. I look at one of the most interesting charts provided by HUD and the St. Louis Federal Reserve Board that shows what buying real estate could mean over the long term and why now may be the time to get in.
2024-02-0507 min
Real Estate Market MinuteHome Prices Saw Record Move Higher in November According to Case-ShillerCoreLogic Case-Shiller says the housing market saw home values rise in November and also posted their biggest annual gain in over a year. While it appears the housing market is well on its way to a recovery, does it make any sense that it is? I go into details on the study, review various cities numbers, and explain if this is what should even be happening considering today’s circumstances.
2024-02-0208 min
Real Estate Market MinuteLatest News from the Federal Reserve Rate DecisionThe Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged yesterday. There are some takeaways from the Fed rate decision and the Q&A with Chairman Jerome Powell. I discuss this, the impact the interest rates and the 30 year-fixed mortgage rate and the housing market.
2024-02-0106 min
Real Estate Market MinuteMortgage Forbearance Rates Continue to Trend DownwardThe number of U.S. homeowners in forbearance plans, where lenders give a break in payments, has dropped significantly through the month of December according to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). I explain what this trend means with respect to the housing market and potentially the U.S. economy overall.
2024-01-3106 min
Real Estate Market MinuteMany Renters Will Never Buy a HomeAccording to NerdWallet’s 2024 Homebuyer report, it appears many home renters have thrown in the towel and may never want to buy a home. The decision to rent or buy is complex. I give the main points of the survey, discuss what I think of them, and provide an alternative for those homebuyers and investors struggling to buy the property they really want or need.
2024-01-3008 min
Real Estate Market MinuteLandlords Are No Longer Providing Discounts for RetailersIn a growing sign the economy is getting stronger it appears as though retail is coming back strong. An article from the Wall Street Journal illustrates this point. I discuss the details of this, how it can impact the U.S. economy and ultimately find its way into the residential housing market as well.
2024-01-2906 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe National Association of Realtors (NAR) 2024 and 2025 Housing Market PredictionsThe National Association of Realtors (NAR) came out with their latest housing market forecast and economic outlook for 2024 and 2025. I break down what they think and let you know if I agree with where they stand.
2024-01-2706 min
Real Estate Market MinuteMortgage Demand Rises as Rates Rise Slightly as WellNew mortgage applications rose last week according to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). However, interest rates rose slightly during the same week. What does this mean for buyer demand and what could it signal for the housing market this year?
2024-01-2504 min
Real Estate Market MinuteFannie Mae Expects Mortgage Rates to Drop Below 6% by Year’s EndEconomists at Fannie Mae put out a note on where they see the 30-year fixed mortgage rate going. I discuss this and what it may mean for the housing market going forward.
2024-01-2406 min
Real Estate Market MinuteFlorida Real Estate Trends for 2024What could the housing market look like in Florida for 2024? In today’s show I look to the Florida Realtors Chief Economist and Dr. Sean Snaith. Dr. Snaith is a nationally recognized economist in the field of business and economic forecasting. He has won multiple awards for the accuracy of his forecasts and research.
2024-01-2307 min
Real Estate Market MinuteSellers are Coming Back to the MarketExisting home sales have been rising in recent months this according to data from HousingWire. I review their findings and break down what it means for the housing market supply and the overall real estate market going forward.
2024-01-2206 min
Real Estate Market MinuteGoldman Sachs Believes the Rental Market Will Stabilize in 2024Goldman Sachs believes shelter inflation, which is the inflation rate tied to the cost of renting a home in the U.S., will return to the pre-covid levels in 2024. In this show I will cover their report, discuss what they think about rental vacancies, how it will impact home purchases, rental demand, and more.
2024-01-1907 min
Real Estate Market MinuteHomebuilders are Gaining More Confidence as Rates DeclineThe latest National Association of Homebuilders sentiment index indicates homebuilders are gaining more confidence. Sentiment is growing at a faster pace. In this show I break down the numbers, discuss where regionally the index is the strongest and weakest and what it means for the housing market in the next several months.
2024-01-1806 min
Real Estate Market MinuteConsumers Now Expect Less InflationThe consumer now expects inflation to be lower than years prior. This shift in the psychology of the consumer historically means something quite significant for the Federal Reserve and the future of interest rates and the 30-year fixed mortgage. The impact to the housing market will prove to be significant in the years ahead.
2024-01-1607 min
Real Estate Market MinuteMortgage Demand Takes Big Jump the First Week of the New YearMortgage demand climbed week over week as more folks look to purchase a new home.
2024-01-1506 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe Consumer Feels More Confident About Buying Real EstateThe New York Federal Reserve board released a survey that attempts to discover just what the consumer is thinking about the economy, their financial situation, and the housing market. It is extremely telling and deserves serious reflection on determining what is next for the real estate market.
2024-01-0905 min
Real Estate Market MinuteThe Average U.S. Monthly Mortgage Payment has Dropped SignificantlyThe U.S. median mortgage payment for prospective homebuyers has dropped significantly over the last month. It is brining back homebuyer demand at a rapid rate and fueling what may be the next leg up for home values and the housing market overall.
2024-01-0805 min
Real Estate Market MinuteWarren Buffett is Betting Big on the HomebuildersThe Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffet, arguably the greatest investor of our generation is betting big on the homebuilders. Buffet invested in 3 homebuilders in late 2023. I go over who he placed his bets on and the just how significant this is to the future of the housing market.
2024-01-0607 min
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