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The Educated HomeBuyer Podcast
Sept. 15, 2025

TRUMP's New Housing Market Plan Is BROKEN

The White House is considering declaring a national housing emergency but will it actually make homes more affordable? In this episode, Jeb Smith and Josh Lewis break down what emergency powers could realistically change, the political theater behind it, and which proposals (like expanding capital gains exemptions or auctioning federal…

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Sept. 10, 2025

The Buyer's Market Is OVER - Buy NOW or WAIT?

Mortgage demand jumps to the highest level in three years, as interest rates drop sharply. Should you buy now or wait for lower mortgage interest rates? In this LIVE episode we will discuss the current housing market while updating you on mortgage rates and the economy to help you become…

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Sept. 8, 2025

TRUMP’s Huge Plan To Lower Mortgage Interest Rates

Donald Trump is making moves to reshape the Federal Reserve and it could mean big changes for mortgage interest rates. In this episode, we break down how Trump’s potential Fed nominees could influence rate cuts, what it means for the housing market, and how it might actually backfire for homebuyers.…

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Sept. 2, 2025

Do NOT Expect Mortgage Rates To Fall Much More In 2025

Mortgage rates have dipped recently, but don’t expect that trend to continue in 2025. Fannie Mae now projects rates will end the year around 6.5%—barely changed from today. Despite media hype, experts say a real plunge isn’t coming anytime soon. In this LIVE episode we will discuss Fannie Mae's Mortgage…

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Sept. 1, 2025

Your Credit Score Just Got a MASSIVE Upgrade

Think your credit score is too low to buy a home? That may be about to change. In this episode, Jeb Smith and Josh Lewis sit down with Anthony Hutchinson of VantageScore to break down a major shift in the mortgage world. For the first time ever, Fannie Mae and…

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Aug. 26, 2025

Zillow Changes Course On Home Prices AGAIN

Zillow updated it's housing market forecast projecting that US Home Prices will go up over the next year! Should you buy now or wait? In this LIVE episode we will discuss Zillow's Housing Market Forecast while updating you on mortgage rates and the economy to help you in today's housing…

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Aug. 25, 2025

Lower Rates Will Have a HUGE IMPACT On Home Sales

Everyone’s waiting for 5%, but the market is already moving and most people don’t even realize it. In this episode, we break down the real trigger behind today’s shift in buyer behavior, the silent surge in refinances, and why it all matters more than you think. The numbers are changing,…

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Aug. 18, 2025

How To Tell If Your Lender Is Full of S#!t

"Skip two payments!" "No cost refi!" "Lock it now or lose it!" — Sound familiar? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the most common (and misleading) mortgage sales pitches. We also break down what these phrases really mean, why they’re used, and how to spot red flags…

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Aug. 12, 2025

The Most UNDERVALUED Housing Markets Right Now

Home prices in some U.S. cities are not just affordable, they’re undervalued by double digits, according to new Moody’s data. In this video, I break down the top 24 markets where home prices are priced below fundamentals and why these areas could be hidden opportunities for buyers. We’ll look at…

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Aug. 11, 2025

New Tax Rules Could SHAKE UP the Housing Market

The One Big Beautiful Bill just passed, but will it actually save you money as a homeowner—or cost you more? In this episode, we break down exactly how the bill affects mortgage interest deductions, SALT caps, and future interest rates. Whether you're buying your first home or thinking about selling,…

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Aug. 8, 2025

Mortgage Rates FINALLY Trending LOWER

Mortgage Interest Rates Hit a 2025 Low But can this trend continue? How low will interest rates go? Should you lock in now or wait? In today's LIVE, we're giving you a weekly update to help you become The Educated HomeBuyer. ============================================== ✅ Ready to find the right loan? Start…

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Aug. 5, 2025

Mortgage Rates Hit A 9 Month LOW

Mortgage interest rates are finally trending lower after the employment market shows considerable weakness. How low can interest rates go? Should you buy now or wait? In today's LIVE, we are going to discuss the current housing market, mortgage rates as well as the ecomony to help you become The…

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Aug. 4, 2025

THIS Is When Mortgage Interest Rates Will Head LOWER

Wondering when mortgage interest rates will finally drop? You're not alone—and in this episode, Josh and Jeb break down exactly what needs to happen before rates head lower. From Fed policy and labor data to inflation, tariffs, and recession risks, we unpack the full picture so you know what to…

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Aug. 1, 2025

Latest Jobs Data Flashes WARNING Signs While Sending Rates Lower

Huge miss in non-farm payrolls creates a big old rally in the bond market. It's reframing the picture of the labor market making a case for more rate cuts in the short term . In today's LIVE, we are going to discuss the current housing market, mortgage rates as well…

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July 29, 2025

Here's Where House Prices Are Headed

Will the Housing Market continue to become more affordable ? Should you BUY NOW or WAIT for even Lower House Prices? Will we continue to see house price appreciation slow down or will buyer demand drive prices up as mortgage interest rates come down? In today's LIVE, we are going…

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July 28, 2025

VantageScore Will Have a HUGE IMPACT On Buyer Demand

Millions of Americans may soon qualify for a mortgage without a traditional FICO score. In this episode, Jeb and Josh break down how VantageScore 4.0 could reshape homeownership by scoring renters, gig workers, and others left behind by outdated credit models. They explain why this shift matters, how it compares…

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July 25, 2025

TRUMP Pushes Powell To Cut Interest Rates

Trump is ramping up pressure on Jerome Powell and signaling that rate cuts are coming. After a high-stakes meeting, Trump expressed confidence that the Federal Reserve is ready to ease monetary policy, potentially shifting the trajectory of interest rates and the housing market. This LIVE episode breaks down Trump’s remarks,…

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July 23, 2025

The Housing Market Is FINALLY Favoring Buyers

Buyers finally have the upper hand in my markets out there as inventory continues to grow while housing affordability remains strained. This imbalance is putting pressure on sellers to adjust house prices lower giving buyers more leverage. In today's LIVE, we are going to discuss the current housing market, mortgage…

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July 21, 2025

Seller Credits EXPLAINED for Homebuyers - Interest Rate Buydowns 101

Are interest rate buydowns really a smart move? In this episode, we break down the real math behind temporary and permanent buy downs and why seller credits aren’t “free money” if you don’t know your break-even point. Josh and Jeb walk through the pros, cons, and smarter alternatives of permanent…

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July 16, 2025

78 Housing Market's Just SHIFTED To A Buyer's Market

78 U.S. housing markets have FLIPPED to a buyer’s market and the trend is accelerating. In cities like Cape Coral, San Antonio, and parts of the Sun Belt, inventory has surged back to pre-pandemic levels, tipping the scales toward homebuyers for the first time in years. Fueled by affordability strain…

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July 14, 2025

RED FLAGS for the Housing Market

The housing market is shifting and we are not on the same page. After years of aligned optimism, this episode marks a sharp divide in how we see 2025 unfolding. Inventory is growing, demand is strained, and the power dynamic between buyers and sellers is starting to change. If you're…

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July 11, 2025

TRUMP Tariffs Are Causing CHAOS With Mortgage Rates

Trump’s new tariff proposals are sending shockwaves through the economy and mortgage rates are caught in the crossfire. Rising costs from imported goods could push inflation higher, forcing the Fed to rethink its game plan. In this video, we break down how tariffs could derail lower rate projections and what…

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July 7, 2025

TRUMP Is WRONG About Mortgage Interest Rates

Mortgage interest rates are not controlled by the Fed or TRUMP. In this episode, we break down why political headlines and rate cut demands from figures like Trump and Bill Pulte completely miss the mark. You’ll learn the real drivers of mortgage interest rates and why market expectations, inflation, and…

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July 3, 2025

STRONG Jobs Data A Problem For Homebuyers AND The FED

The June jobs report came in well above expectations — but the bond market isn’t buying it. In this live update, we break down what today’s surprise numbers really mean for mortgage rates, how the data compares to everything else we’ve seen this week, and why smart homebuyers should be…

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