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Recent Episodes

April 28, 2025

EP167 - Mortgage Interest Rates Will Have a HUGE IMPACT On Home Prices

Home prices, interest rates, and affordability are colliding in 2025 and the housing market’s shifting fast. In this episode, we break down how mortgage rates are impacting supply, demand, competition, and long-term wealth-bu...

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April 26, 2025

LIVE 04_23_25 - House Prices Are Expected To DECLINE Through 2026

Home prices are now projected to decline nationally, with Zillow forecasting a drop in house prices through March 2026. Inventory is climbing, buyer options are growing, and sellers are losing some of their leverage. While mo...

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April 21, 2025

EP166 - The TRUTH About FHA Loans - FHA Loans 101

FHA loans offer low down payments and flexible credit requirements, BUT most buyers don’t understand how they really work. In this episode, we break down the facts, from qualification myths to hidden costs like mortgage insur...

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April 18, 2025

LIVE 04_16_25 - The Housing Market Is SHIFTING In Favor of Buyers

Mortgage interest rates just hit the highest levels we've seen in months while inventory continues to grow. Is this the new normal or just a temporary blip on the radar? Should you buy now or wait? In this live, we break down...

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April 14, 2025

EP165 - Tariffs Just Threw the Housing Market Into Chaos

Tariffs are back and they’re shaking up the housing market fast. In this episode, we break down how rising mortgage rate volatility is impacting buyers, sellers, and affordability. If you're in the market or just watching fro...

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April 11, 2025

LIVE 04_09_25 - Mortgage Interest Rates Just Had a Major Spike!

Mortgage interest rates just saw one of the biggest single-day jumps since 2022—up nearly 0.30% in just 24 hours. In this video, we break down what caused the spike, why volatility like this matters, and what it could mean fo...

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Recent Blog Posts

April 28, 2025

Understanding Mortgage Rates and Home Prices | The Educated HomeBuyer

Why Understanding Mortgage Rates and Home Prices Matters More Than Ever (Especially for The Educated Homebuyer) → Ready to take the next step? Start your journey with The Educated HomeBuyer here! Introduction: Why This Conversation Is S…

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April 22, 2025

How Tariffs Are Fueling Housing Market Volatility

How Tariffs Are Shaking Up the Housing Market (And What It Means for You) Watch the full episode: 🎯 Want to buy right and borrow smart? Click here to schedule a strategy session with Josh and the team. Introduction: The Return of Tariffs (And…

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April 14, 2025

FHA Loans in 2025: Path to Homeownership or Hidden Trap?

FHA Loans in 20245 Path to Homeownership or Hidden Trap? Is an FHA loan your best shot at buying a home—or a financial trap in disguise? If you're a first-time homebuyer, chances are you've seen FHA loans touted as the golden ticket: low down…

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