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Odd Lots

This Is What an 8% Mortgage Means For the Housing Market

Oct 19, 2023
41:08
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Jim Egan, housing strategist at Morgan Stanley, discusses the impact of rising mortgage rates on the housing market. Topics include declining affordability, the gap between mortgage rates, and the potential effects on demand and supply. The podcast also explores the influence of older generations on the housing market, disparities in affordability, and the need for more inventory.
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Quick takeaways

  • Rising mortgage rates have caused a decline in affordability and a deterioration in the confidence of home builders.
  • The housing market's resilience in terms of home prices may be reaching a limit, and any increase in supply could lead to a decline in prices.

Deep dives

Home builder sentiment falling due to rising rates

The sentiment of home builders is falling as rates continue to rise, which is having a negative impact on their confidence.

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