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Real Wealth Show: Real Estate Investing Podcast
Logan Mohtashami on Navigating the Housing Market, Economic Slowdown, and Government Policies
Mar 20, 2025
Logan Mohtashami, a lead analyst at Housing Wire and recognized housing expert, delves into the current mortgage rates and housing market dynamics. He discusses the implications of economic slowdowns on these rates and explores the construction industry's challenges. Logan dispels myths surrounding tariffs and their impact on home prices, and compares today’s housing cycle to the late 70s and early 80s. He also highlights rising concerns about insurance and property taxes, emphasizing collaboration needed to support vulnerable homeowners.
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- Current mortgage rates are influenced by economic slowdowns and government policies aiming to stimulate the housing market through lower costs.
- The residential construction sector faces challenges due to elevated mortgage rates and uncertain market conditions, impacting the supply of new homes.
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Current Mortgage Rates and Economic Impact
Mortgage rates are currently fluctuating between 5.75% and 7.25%, with the 10-year yield decreasing in recent months, indicating a potential for further drops in mortgage rates. Analysts suggest that a slowing economy tends to drive treasury yields down, which consequently lowers mortgage rates. The government seems to be steering towards reducing the labor supply and demand to help lower rates, with an emphasis on stimulating the housing market through a decrease in mortgage costs. As economic conditions evolve, there are concerns that ongoing trade tensions and job loss might challenge this downward trend in rates.
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