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Housing policy and pending home sales
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about Trump’s Davos speech, the Federal Reserve and pending home sales. Related to this episode: Trump 'bans' institutional homebuying, pushes MBS purchases Supreme Court appears skeptical of Trump’s bid to remove Cook HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Bob Broeksmit on Trump housing policies
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Bob Broeksmit, president and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association, about the MBA’s housing policy priorities and how they are working with the Trump administration and Congress to see them enacted. The two discuss credit reporting requirements, the LO comp rule, LLPAs and more. Related to this episode: MBA’s Bob Broeksmit on credit scores and a possible GSE release HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Trump, Davos, Greenland and mortgage rates
Related to this episode: Trump to outline housing affordability proposals at Davos HousingWire | YouTube More info about 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.
The DOJ’s interest in real estate commissions — and trade groups
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Senior Real Estate Reporter Brooklee Han about the DOJ’s continued involvement in real estate commission lawsuits — as well as their decision to let the Compass-Anywhere deal go through. Related to this episode: DOJ is still keeping a close eye on real estate commission rules WSJ: DOJ leadership halted antitrust review of Compass–Anywhere deal HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Will we see quantitative easing with a new Fed chair?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the possibility of quantitative easing under a new Fed Chair and the potential impact on mortgage rates. Related to this episode: DOJ investigation clouds future of Fed chair nomination HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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 a
What will it take to crash or accelerate home prices in 2026?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about home prices and what it would take to see a material change in home prices this year — either up or down. Related to this episode: Lower mortgage rates support steady new home sales HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Freddie Mac’s Jodi Eberhardt on more efficient mortgage origination
On today’s sponsored episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Jodi Eberhardt, senior director of seller strategy and optimization at Freddie Mac, about mortgage origination costs, the role of technology in improving efficiency and the importance of collaboration. Related to this episode: 2025 Updates to the Cost to Originate Study Freddie Mac Loan Product Advisor Freddie Mac Asset and Income Modeler Freddie Mac Collateral Valuation and Appraisal Resources 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.
Inflation and new home sales
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about inflation, new home sales, existing home sales and whether prepayment penalties on mortgages would lower rates. Related to this episode: Lower mortgage rates support steady new home sales HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
The DOJ vs. the Fed, plus inventory and mortgage rates
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the DOJ investigating the Fed. The two also discuss falling inventory growth. Related to this episode: DOJ opens criminal investigation into Federal Reserve and Powell The impact of lower mortgage rates on housing inventory HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Josh Romney on lending opportunities in 2026
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Josh Romney, chairman of Intercap Lending, about the opportunities and challenges of housing and mortgage lending in 2026. Related to this episode: 2026 housing market forecast: A more balanced market HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. E
Fannie and Freddie to buy $200B in MBS to lower mortgage rates
On today’s special breaking episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the announcement late Thursday that Trump has directed Fannie and Freddie to buy $200B in mortgage backed securities to push mortgage rates lower. Related to this episode: Trump directs GSEs to buy $200B in mortgage bonds to lower rates HousingWire | YouTube More info about 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.
Logan Mohtashami on banning institutional investors
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about President Trump’s plan to ban institutional investors from buying single-family homes. Related to this episode: Trump plan to ban institutional homebuyers faces hurdles HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Jobs week, mortgage rates and the Fed
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about jobs week and how that data is affecting mortgage rates. Related to this episode: Compare Current Mortgage Rates - HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
The most important housing data for 2026
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about which housing data lines to pay attention to in 2026. Related to this episode: Logan Mohtashami HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
What to look for in the jobs week data
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about mortgage rates and what to look for in the jobs week data this week. Related to this episode: Compare Current Mortgage Rates - HousingWire HousingWire Youtube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. 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.
Revisiting the mortgage rate lockdown, now with more data
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about new data on the idea of a mortgage rate lockdown and how homebuyers are responding to elevated rates. Related to this episode: Logan Mohtashami HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here.
Rate’s Jesse Allen on the reverse opportunities that can drive more business in 2026
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Jesse Allen, president of retail reverse mortgage lending at Rate and a board member of the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA), about changes in reverse lending that have expanded the opportunities for lenders and Realtors. Related to this episode: Reverse Mortgage Daily - HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Logan Mohtashami on his 2026 housing forecast
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about his 2026 housing forecast for the 10-year yield, mortgage rates and home prices. Related to this episode: Logan Mohtashami’s 2026 housing forecast HousingWire Youtube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. 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.
Why pending home sales are at multiyear highs
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing inventory and the Trump administration’s efforts to boost supply. Related to this episode: Why did the growth rate of housing inventory drop by half this year? HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Clayton Collins on the biggest stories of 2025
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with HousingWire CEO Clayton Collins about the biggest stories of 2025 and what he expects for 2026. Related to this episode: Latest News – HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Sarah and Logan Unplugged: Christmas edition
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about both economic and personal topics. Related to this episode: Logan Mohtashami HousingWire Youtube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. 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.
First American’s Odeta Kushi on the 2026 housing forecast
On today’s episode, HousingWire CEO Clayton Collins talks with Odeta Kushi, deputy chief economist at First American, about affordability and First American’s 2026 forecast for mortgage rates and home prices. Related to this episode: What to expect from the US housing market in 2026 HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Housing inventory growth has slowed down. Can the White House help with supply?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing inventory and the Trump administration’s efforts to boost supply. Related to this episode: Why did the growth rate of housing inventory drop by half this year? HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Existing home sales and housing demand
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about existing home sales and housing demand. Related to this article:https://www.housingwire.com/articles/november-home-sales-rise/ HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Mortgage rates, inflation and Trump in 2026
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about inflation, mortgage rates and Trump as we head into the new year. Related to this episode: Inflation cooled in November after September peak HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Mike Simonsen on why housing affordability will improve in 2026
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Mike Simonsen, chief economist at Compass, about Compass’ 2026 forecast and why he sees housing affordability getting better. Related to this episode: Housing affordability set to recover as prices flatten HousingWire Youtube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. 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.
Why the Fed doesn’t care about rising unemployment
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the jobs report and how it could affect who becomes the next Fed chair. Related to this episode: Why the Fed isn’t worried about the jobs data HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here: 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.
Logan Mohtashami recaps the 2025 housing market
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the highs and lows of the 2025 housing market. Related to this episode: Logan Mohtashami HousingWire Youtube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. 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.
Why Jerome Powell is wrong about housing
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about remarks by Fed Chair Jerome Powell on mortgage rates and housing inventory. Related to this episode: Housing Market Tracker - HousingWire HousingWire Youtube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. 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.
The challenges facing credit unions in this market
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Peter Benjamin, president of the American Credit Union Mortgage Association — ACUMA — to talk about the challenges credit unions are facing right now and what he’s excited about for 2026. Related to this episode: Mortgage purchase applications near 3-year high as spreads improve HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Where are mortgage rates headed now?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the Fed meeting, Powell’s remarks and what he expects mortgage rates to do next. Related to this episode: Federal Reserve delivers third straight cut HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
Will better jobs data send mortgage rates higher in 2026?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the potential for mortgage rates to rise in 2026 if labor data improves. Related to this episode:https://www.housingwire.com/mortgage-rates/ HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. 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.
The BlackRock housing lie gets worse
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the latest Blackrock hysteria, a three-year high in home demand, and the upcoming Fed meeting. Related to this episode: Mortgage purchase applications near 3-year high as spreads improve HousingWire Youtube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here.
A preview of the last Fed week of 2025
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about Fed week and how the Fed meeting could impact mortgage rates. Related to this episode: https://www.housingwire.com/mortgage-rates/ HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. 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.
A yearly high in purchase apps, plus the jobs data
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing demand and jobs data and how low mortgage rates could go when the labor data breaks. Related to this episode:https://www.housingwire.com/housing-market-tracker/ HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here.
Data for decisions at the Housing Economic Summit
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Brena Nath, vice president of events and community, to talk about the topics and speakers for the Housing Economic Summit and other upcoming events. Related to this episode:https://events.housingwire.com/Housing-Economic-Summit/home HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, visit https://trustandwill.com/ 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.
Home prices, a potential new Fed Chair, and a tribute
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about home prices and whether he expects them to fall in 2026. The two also discuss the potential new Fed chair, Kevin Hassett. At the end of this episode, Logan and Sarah pay tribute to podcast producer Elissa Branch after her passing. Related to this episode: December housing data provides early signals for 2026 market HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. 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.
The economic signals for the 2026 housing market
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the economic signals for the 2026 housing market. Related to this episode: December housing data provides early signals for 2026 market HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here.
Neel Dhingra on cutting through the noise to grow a personal brand
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Neil Dingra, branch manager at All Western Mortgage and a top mortgage influencer, about growing a personal brand on social media amid all the noise. Related to this episode: Neel Dhringa | YouTube HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
Sarah and Logan Unplugged: Black Friday edition
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler and Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami talk about listeners' frequently asked questions on a wide range of topics. Related to this episode: Logan Mohtashami HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
CEO Clayton Collins on the 2026 playbook
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with HousingWire CEO Clayton Collins about the 2026 market and how data will play a bigger role than ever. The two also discuss the new homebuilding content now available on HousingWire. Related to this episode: Housing Economic Summit HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
Housing demand firms up before Thanksgiving
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing demand firming up and what to expect from mortgage rates as we head into the holidays. Related to this episode: Total pending home sales reach multiyear high with mortgage rates near 6% HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
The positive economic stories of 2025
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the positive economic stories of 2025 and how they have set up housing conditions for 2026. Related to this episode: Despite economic uncertainty, weekly housing demand up double digits over 2024 HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
Kenon Chen on the most important appraisal changes in 2026
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Kenon Chen, the executive vice president of strategy and growth at Clear Capital, about the appraisal changes that will take effect in 2026 and how the industry is preparing. Related to this episode: Appraisals and Valuations HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
The September jobs report and existing home sales
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the September jobs report and existing home sales. Related to this episode: Existing home sales show 4 months of year-over-year growth September jobs beat estimates, but unemployment rises to 4.4% HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
Trump’s new economic game plan for the Fed and the economy
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about Trump’s plan for the next Fed chair and how this selection could impact rates. Related to this episode: The battle over rates: Trump vs. Fed Chair Jerome Powell HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
The opportunities in the Texas housing market
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Erin Dee, COO of Interlink Mortgage and the president of the Texas Mortgage Bankers Association, about the challenges and opportunities in the Texas housing market. Related to this episode: Comparing Texas housing markets: Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio trends HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
Why is housing demand so positive?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the positive forward-looking data he’s tracking and what it means for 2026. Related to this episode: Despite economic uncertainty, weekly housing demand up double digits over 2024 HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
Hawkish Fed members push back on December rate cut
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the Fed’s attitude toward December rate cuts. Related to this episode: Housing inventory falls as weekly demand grows 15.5% year over year HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.
Why we may never see the October jobs data
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the government’s announcement it may never release the October jobs data and what other economic data we’re looking at. Related to this episode: White House official says October jobs and inflation data are likely to never be released HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Enjoy the episode! 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.