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HousingWire
The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading industry voices and get a deeper look behind the scenes of the top mortgage and real estate stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
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Aug 20, 2025 • 30min
John McManus on homebuilding trends
Join John McManus, a homebuilding expert and publisher of The Builder's Daily, as he delves into the latest homebuilding trends and industry challenges. He discusses the impact of rising dual-income households on the housing market and the evolving practices in construction. McManus also shares strategies for navigating high mortgage rates and supply constraints, emphasizing the need for collaboration and knowledge sharing among builders. Get ready for insights that highlight the dynamic landscape of homebuilding!

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Aug 19, 2025 • 25min
The outlook for housing inventory and home prices for the rest of 2025
Join Logan Mohtashami, Lead Analyst at HousingWire, as he unpacks the future of housing inventory and home prices, offering expert insights into market dynamics. He discusses the shifting landscape since mid-June and the impact of mortgage rates on buyer behavior. The conversation delves into seasonal trends affecting home sales and the importance of monitoring economic indicators. Plus, get a glimpse of how upcoming remarks from Fed Chair Powell may influence the housing market and economic outlook through 2025.

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Aug 18, 2025 • 20min
How inflation is impacting mortgage rates
Logan Mohtashami, a Lead Analyst known for insightful economic analysis, joins to discuss the current inflationary landscape and its impact on mortgage rates. He illustrates how rising inflation complicates home buying decisions and underscores the influence of 10-year yields. The conversation dives into labor market trends and their effects on bond pricing, shedding light on anticipated rate cuts. Listeners will also gain valuable insights on how the Federal Reserve’s actions shape current and future mortgage dynamics.

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Aug 15, 2025 • 23min
Logan Mohtashami on home builders and new home sales
Logan Mohtashami, Lead Analyst and housing market expert, discusses the current state of home builders and new home sales. He delves into the relationship between mortgage rates and builder confidence, and how economic trends shape the market. Logan emphasizes the challenges builders face, including inventory issues and tariffs, while also highlighting the complexities that lie beyond simply increasing home construction. He advocates for smarter strategies and potential government intervention to address the ongoing housing supply crisis.

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Aug 14, 2025 • 22min
Trump pivots to shadow boxing the Fed Chair
Logan Mohtashami, a lead analyst renowned for his insights on housing market trends and economic cycles, joins the discussion to unpack the recent drop in mortgage rates. He delves into how these low rates could stimulate home sales and explores the implications of Trump's strategies against Fed Chair Jerome Powell. The conversation also touches on the evolving landscape of interest rates, the influence of inflation, and the competitive dynamic within the Federal Reserve, all while adding a sprinkle of humor about their experiences at a recent AI Summit.

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Aug 13, 2025 • 28min
Daren Blomquist on the rise of distressed property auctions
Daren Blomquist, Vice President of Market Economics at Auction.com, dives into the booming landscape of distressed property auctions. He reveals a 20% rise in foreclosures, especially in the Southeast, hinting at an ongoing housing market downturn. The conversation also sheds light on fluctuating prices at these auctions and the pivotal role of local investors in revitalizing communities. Blomquist emphasizes that the increase in foreclosures could be a return to historical norms, coupled with new tools to aid homeowners.

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Aug 12, 2025 • 23min
Why inventory fell last week, plus a preview of inflation week
Logan Mohtashami, Lead Analyst at HousingWire, discusses surprising trends in housing inventory and the approaching inflation week. He reveals how lower mortgage rates may unexpectedly influence inventory levels and emphasizes the fluctuating relationship between these rates and market supply. The conversation also touches on seasonal trends that could skew perceptions of the market and explores the implications of the upcoming IPOs of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, shedding light on potential shifts in the housing landscape.

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Aug 11, 2025 • 19min
Trump’s Fannie, Freddie IPO and the latest on the Fed
Logan Mohtashami, a lead analyst and housing market expert, joins to discuss Donald Trump's plans to IPO Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. They delving into how this might reshape the mortgage market and its implications for the economy amid Federal Reserve trends. The conversation highlights the risks of these institutions remaining under conservatorship and how recent changes in mortgage rates are impacting housing dynamics. Mohtashami also shares insights on the optimistic shifts in market conditions and supply-demand scenarios.

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Aug 8, 2025 • 23min
Better mortgage spreads drop mortgage rates to yearly low
Logan Mohtashami, Lead Analyst at HousingWire, dives into the recent drop in mortgage rates due to improved mortgage spreads. He discusses how these favorable spreads could bring rates below 6%, benefiting both lenders and buyers. The conversation covers historical trends and the Federal Reserve's role in shaping future rates amidst a changing labor market. Logan also hints at evolving sentiments within the Fed and shares exciting prospects for networking at the upcoming IMB Summit. Get ready for insights that could reshape your understanding of the housing market!

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Aug 7, 2025 • 24min
Powell faces a mutiny at the Federal Reserve
In this engaging discussion, Logan Mohtashami, a lead analyst renowned for his insights into the housing market, joins Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler. They dive into the contentious calls for rate cuts by Federal Reserve presidents, exploring how these dynamics influence mortgage rates and the broader economy. Logan shares valuable perspectives on how recent employment data ties to potential interest rate shifts and the challenges within the housing market, including the emotional impacts of declining mortgage buyers and rising foreclosures.


