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Julie Kheyfets, CEO of Block Renovation, shares her insights into the evolving landscape of home renovations. She discusses how AI technology revolutionizes project management by providing tailored support and connecting homeowners with reliable contractors. Surprising relationships between interest rates and remodeling trends are highlighted, revealing how economic shifts impact homeowner decisions. Additionally, Kheyfets emphasizes the need for improved communication in the industry and how millennials are shaping future demands in home renovations.

Explore the intriguing stagnation of seller activity in the U.S. housing market. The rise in price reductions raises questions about the future of home prices. Get insights into the implications of these trends and why staying informed on local dynamics is crucial. The discussion blends data analysis with market predictions, offering a unique perspective on what lies ahead for both buyers and sellers.

The podcast dives into the latest U.S. housing market trends, highlighting an intriguing rise in price reductions as demand wavers. It explores how sellers are responding to a drop in buyer interest and examines current median home prices. Future implications of government policies on mortgage rates and the economy are also discussed. Additionally, the show offers insights into early 2025 trends, focusing on inventory levels and potential seasonal buying patterns that could influence market dynamics.

Dr. Orphe Divounguy, a senior economist at Zillow and founder of the Quantitative Research Group, dives into key insights about the housing market in 2025. He discusses how homeowner wealth has influenced economic resilience and minimized recession risks. Orphe also highlights labor market challenges and the ongoing effects of a K-shaped recovery. The conversation covers wage growth, housing affordability, and trends in multifamily housing construction, shedding light on the relationship between economic indicators and residential mobility.

Welcome to How’s the Market, our weekly look at what’s happening in the US housing market, powered by data from Altos Research.If you want to see all the inventory, pricing, and supply and demand charts we reference in the show, head on over to our YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/altosresearch.Hosted by Mike Simonsen, President of Altos Research.A true data geek, Mike founded Altos Research in 2006 to bring data and insight on the U.S. housing market to those who need it most. Altos provides national and local real estate data to financial institutions, real estate professionals, and investors across the country, and the company is now part of HW Media, publisher of HousingWire and RealTrends. Mike uses Altos data to identify trends in the real estate market well before the headlines, and his work has been featured in the New York Times, The Atlantic, Fortune, Forbes and other publications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to How’s the Market, our weekly look at what’s happening in the US housing market, powered by data from Altos Research.If you want to see all the inventory, pricing, and supply and demand charts we reference in the show, head on over to our YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/altosresearch.Hosted by Mike Simonsen, President of Altos Research.A true data geek, Mike founded Altos Research in 2006 to bring data and insight on the U.S. housing market to those who need it most. Altos provides national and local real estate data to financial institutions, real estate professionals, and investors across the country, and the company is now part of HW Media, publisher of HousingWire and RealTrends. Mike uses Altos data to identify trends in the real estate market well before the headlines, and his work has been featured in the New York Times, The Atlantic, Fortune, Forbes and other publications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill McBride, a housing market expert and author of the influential blog Calculated Risk, discusses the future of the housing market. He predicts 'seven years of purgatory' due to high mortgage rates, which are expected to stay above 6%. Bill emphasizes the importance of inventory over sales numbers for understanding market dynamics. He explores demographic shifts, the impact of rising wages, and the ongoing affordability crisis. Additionally, he shares insights on the housing landscape as we approach 2025 and the potential outcomes for home prices.

The podcast digs into the current U.S. housing market, highlighting a surge in single-family home listings. Rising mortgage rates are shaking up buyer activity, while recent disasters in California further complicate dynamics. Analysts predict interesting changes in supply and demand as the market evolves. The data-driven insights provide a clear picture of future trends, leaving listeners with a deeper understanding of what to expect.

Welcome to How’s the Market, our weekly look at what’s happening in the US housing market, powered by data from Altos Research.If you want to see all the inventory, pricing, and supply and demand charts we reference in the show, head on over to our YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/altosresearch.Hosted by Mike Simonsen, President of Altos Research.A true data geek, Mike founded Altos Research in 2006 to bring data and insight on the U.S. housing market to those who need it most. Altos provides national and local real estate data to financial institutions, real estate professionals, and investors across the country, and the company is now part of HW Media, publisher of HousingWire and RealTrends. Mike uses Altos data to identify trends in the real estate market well before the headlines, and his work has been featured in the New York Times, The Atlantic, Fortune, Forbes and other publications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to How’s the Market, our weekly look at what’s happening in the US housing market, powered by data from Altos Research.If you want to see all the inventory, pricing, and supply and demand charts we reference in the show, head on over to our YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/altosresearch.Hosted by Mike Simonsen, President of Altos ResearchA true data geek, Mike founded Altos Research in 2006 to bring data and insight on the U.S. housing market to those who need it most. Altos provides national and local real estate data to financial institutions, real estate professionals, and investors across the country, and the company is now part of HW Media, publisher of HousingWire and RealTrends. Mike uses Altos data to identify trends in the real estate market well before the headlines, and his work has been featured in the New York Times, The Atlantic, Fortune, Forbes and other publications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices