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Melody Wright: Extreme Corrections are Coming in Housing Markets

Aug 7, 2025
Melody Wright, a seasoned expert in U.S. housing and mortgage markets, dives into the seismic shifts in the industry since the late 1980s. She discusses how the focus has moved from first-time homebuyers to a landscape dominated by investors and short-term rentals. Melody highlights the alarming rise of non-bank lenders, now making up 85% of the mortgage market, which poses risks in times of economic instability. Additionally, she predicts a potential market correction reminiscent of the 2008 crisis due to demographic challenges and declining affordability for younger generations.
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ANECDOTE

Melody's 2008 Crisis Experience

  • Melody Wright witnessed the 2008 housing crisis firsthand, starting in mortgage lending at a non-bank in 2006.
  • She managed over 65,000 foreclosures, gaining unique insights into mortgage origination and defaults.
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Housing Market's Investor Focus Shift

  • The U.S. housing market has shifted from serving families to investor-driven speculation since the late 1980s.
  • Current trends include short-term rentals, overbuilding, and a drop in first-time homebuyers to historic lows.
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Risks of Non-Bank Mortgage Lenders

  • Non-bank lenders now control 85% of U.S. mortgage lending and rely on borrowing funds rather than deposits.
  • This dependence exposes them to liquidity risks during rising delinquencies and reduced loan originations.
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