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Recent Episodes

June 13, 2025

LIVE 06_11_25 - Fannie Mae Predicts LOWER Mortgage Rates By December …

Mortgage rates are expected to drop, but not as quickly as many hope. Fannie Mae projects 30-year rates will fall to 6.1% by the end of 2025 and 5.8% in 2026, while others warn a market correction may be coming. In this live ...

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June 9, 2025

EP173 - Mortgage Interest Rates Will DECLINE In 2025

Fannie Mae's latest mortgage forecast suggests a potential shift, forecasting lower rates for 2025 and 2026. This adjustment, though modest, could lead to a major refi boom, according to experts. Stay informed on how mortgage...

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June 6, 2025

LIVE 06_04_25 - Where Are House Prices Headed With Higher Mortgage In…

Will the Housing Market become more affordable with higher interest rates or will house prices continue to rise? Should you BUY NOW or WAIT for Lower House Prices? Will we continue to see house prices climb or will we see the...

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June 2, 2025

EP172 - TRUMP’s 2025 Budget Will Have A HUGE Impact On Housing Afford…

Curious about how Trump's 2025 budget could impact the housing market? In this video, we break down how proposed policies might affect your ability to buy or own a home, from potential tax cuts and deregulation to changes in ...

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May 30, 2025

LIVE 05_28_25 - The Housing Market Is Shifting Fast in 2025

Home-price appreciation is still rising in 2025, though the pace is starting to cool. The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index shows a 3.37% annual increase in March, with Midwest and Northeast cities leading gains. Rising invent...

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May 26, 2025

EP171 - Self-Employed? This Could Stop You From Buying a Home!

You can earn $200K a year and still be denied for a mortgage, that’s the harsh reality for self-employed borrowers. This episode unpacks why lenders don’t care what you make, only what you can prove, and how your tax return i...

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Recent Blog Posts

June 11, 2025

Mortgage Interest Rates Will DECLINE In 2025

Mortgage Interest Rates Will DECLINE In 2025 Want personalized guidance for your home buying or refinance journey? Work with our expert team here → Understanding the Forecast Shift In a subtle but meaningful shift, Fannie Mae has revised…

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June 4, 2025

TRUMP’s 2025 Budget Will Have A HUGE Impact On Housing Affordability

TRUMP’s 2025 Budget Will Have A HUGE Impact On Housing Affordability Looking to buy your first home or worried about affordability in today’s market? Start your journey with us at theeducatedhomebuyer.com/start — speak directly …

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May 28, 2025

How To Buy A House Being Self Employed

How To Buy A House Being Self Employed If you're self-employed, making good money, and still got denied for a mortgage, you're not alone. In this guide, we break down why lenders turn away high-earning entrepreneurs and what you can do to get appro…

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