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What we know about the labor market without the jobs report
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the labor market on a day without a federal jobs report. To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Related to this episode: What we know about the labor market, even without Jobs Friday data | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
Brooklee Han on why the FTC is targeting Zillow and Redfin’s rental deal
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Senior Real Estate Reporter Brooklee Han about the FTC’s lawsuit against Zillow and Redfin over their rental deal, as well as the five states who have jumped on the bandwagon. To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Related to this episode: Why the FTC is targeting Zillow and Redfin’s rental deal | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
California MBA CEO Paul Gigliotti on affordability and AI
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Paul Gigliotti, the new CEO of the California MBA, about affordability, AI and other priorities as the organization serves California lenders. To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Related to this episode: California MBA names Paul Gigliotti new CEO as Susan Milazzo retires | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

How the shutdown could impact housing
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the government shutdown, the ADP jobs report, the latest in the Lisa Cook case and more. To learn more about Trust & Will, click here. Related to this episode: Fannie and Freddie waive some loan requirements amid shutdown | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

A preview of jobs week amid a possible government shutdown
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the upcoming jobs report, mortgage rates and the impact of a possible government shutdown on economic data. Related to this episode: The battle over rates: Trump vs. Fed Chair Jerome Powell | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
Dan Sogorka on Rocket Pro’s broker manifesto
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Dan Sogorka, General Manager at Rocket Pro, about focusing on the broker channel and the technology and services Rocket Pro rolled out at the Rocket Pro Experience in Detroit. Related to this episode: Rocket Pro unveils broker-focused initiatives at RPX in Detroit | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Why housing demand and pricing have firmed up
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about why housing demand and pricing have firmed up. Related to this episode: Mortgage spreads are the hero of the 2025 housing market | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

How the stock market affects the housing market
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the connection between the stock market and the housing market. Related to this episode: Today’s Locked Mortgage Rates | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Why existing home sales show back-to-back months of yearly growth
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about existing home sales and whether we can see more growth this year. Related to this episode: Existing home sales show year-over-year growth again | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

The shocking jump in new home sales
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the surging new home sales data. Related to this episode: New-home sales reach highest total since January 2022 | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Are we headed into a recession?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about macroeconomics and the recession triggers he looks for in the data. Related to this episode: Where do mortgage rates go from here? | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

No more rate cuts? Fed member notes 'robust' labor market
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Anlayst Logan Mohtashami about housing inventory, purchase apps and wild statements from Fed members. Related to this episode: Where do mortgage rates go from here? | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

The real story on housing inventory in 2025
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing inventory and how mortgage rates are affecting the supply and demand equilibrium. Related to this episode: National Single Family Inventory | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Why mortgage rates rose after the Fed meeting, and what’s next
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about mortgage rates rising 15 basis points following the Fed rate cut. The two also talk about what to expect next. Related to this episode: Mortgage rates go wild following Fed rate cut and Powell remarks | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

The Fed cuts rates, but sets job growth expectation to zero
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the Federal Reserve’s rate cut, and the specific language Jerome Powell used in the press conference that outlined their priorities. Related to this episode: Fed trims rates by 25 bps as inflation lingers, labor market weakens | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
Why the partnership between Realtors and LOs is more important than ever
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with three guests: Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami, Kamini Lane, President and CEO of Coldwell Banker Realty, and Dave Dickey, president, CEO and chief production officer at Guaranteed Rate Affinity. The discussion covers challenges for agents and loan officers, the partnership between Coldwell Banker and Guaranteed Rate Affinity, and Logan’s outlook for the rest of 2025. Related to this episode: Mortgage Rates | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Are Fed rate cuts already priced in to mortgage rates?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the new drop in mortgage rates and whether the Fed rate cut has already been priced in. Related to this episode: Have Fed rate cuts already been priced into mortgage rates? | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Fed week preview: What to expect for mortgage rates
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about what to expect this week from the Federal Reserve meeting and how mortgage rates could move in response. Related to this episode: Today's Mortgage Rates | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Jobless claims send mortgage rates to new low
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the lowest mortgage rates of the year and how rates were impacted by the CPI report and jobless claims. Related to this episode: Mortgage rates hit new 2025 low as jobless claims spike | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Inflation and how the trade war is affecting mortgage rates
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about inflation and how tariffs are affecting mortgage rates. Related to this episode: Lower mortgage rates are impacting housing demand more noticeably now | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

ICE Mortgage Technology President Tim Bowler on Vantage 4.0
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Tim Bowler, president of ICE Mortgage Technology, about Vantage 4.0 and what the availability of that new credit score means for lenders. Related to this episode: ICE Mortgage Technology Timothy Bowler | LinkedIn HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

What to expect from inflation week, plus falling housing inventory
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing inventory and what to look for during this inflation week. Related to this episode: Housing Market Tracker HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Mortgage rates drop after shocking jobs Friday report
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the shocking jobs Friday report and how it drove a sizable drop in the 10-year yield and mortgage rates. Related to this episode: Shocking jobs report sends mortgage rates falling to new yearly lows | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

With all eyes on Jobs Friday, it’s labor over inflation for mortgage rates
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the Federal Reserve and how labor data is driving mortgage rates this week. Related to this episode: Mortgage rates drop to 11-month low after weak ADP jobs print HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

How much lower can mortgage rates go?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the job data coming in this week and how it’s affecting mortgage rates. Related to this episode: Mortgage rates hit a new 2025 low after soft job openings report HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Is building more homes the answer to Trump's 'national housing emergency'?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about whether we are facing a national housing emergency and if so, whether building more homes is the answer. Related to this episode: Secretary Bessent says Trump may declare a national housing emergency | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

This might be the most important jobs week yet
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about this jobs week and what he expects from the all-important jobless claims data. Related to this episode: The battle over rates: Trump vs. Fed Chair Jerome Powell | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Will Trump push ARM loans as part of rate-cut plan?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing demand, home prices and whether Trump’s rate-cut plan includes pushing ARM loans. Related to this episode: Lower mortgage rates driving housing demand | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
DaylightAML CEO Bob Simpson on mortgage occupancy fraud
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with fraud expert Bob Simpson, CEO of DaylightAML, about mortgage occupancy fraud and what we can learn from the allegations of mortgage fraud that are all over the news. Related to this episode: Occupancy fraud draws more attention as Trump’s political battles heat up | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

How is the Fed drama affecting mortgage rates?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about Trump’s attempted firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook and how markets have reacted to the news. Related to this episode: How will mortgage rates respond to more turmoil at the Fed? | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

No, ARM loans don't make up 41% of mortgage loans
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about a claim that adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) loans are going to crash the housing market. The two also discuss the new home sales report. Related to this episode: Existing home sales surprise with positive growth in July | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

The most important housing data to monitor for the rest of 2025
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the housing data to watch for the rest of 2025, including the interplay between housing inventory, home prices and home sales. Related to this episode: Housing Market Tracker HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Mortgage rates fall after Powell’s Jackson Hole comments
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about rates falling after comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the Jackson Hole Economic Summit on Friday and what he expects at the September Fed meeting. Related to this episode: Mortgage rates fall after Powell admits fear of labor market softening | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Existing home sales and what to expect from the Jackson Hole summit
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about existing home sales and the pressure Fed Chair Jerome Powell as he heads to the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. Related to this episode: Existing home sales surprise with positive growth in July | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Trump calls on Fed Governor Cook to resign
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about Trump’s call for Fed Governor Lisa Cook to resign and whether housing permits are flagging a recession. Related to this episode: Are housing permits flagging a recession? | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
John McManus on homebuilding trends
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with John McManus, publisher of The Builder’s Daily and vice president, homebuilding at HousingWire about homebuilding trends and where the builders have challenges and advantages right now. Related to this episode: HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

The outlook for housing inventory and home prices for the rest of 2025
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing inventory and home prices for the rest of 2025. Related to this episode: Mortgage spreads cushion mortgage rates against warm inflation data | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

How inflation is impacting mortgage rates
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the inflation data and what it means for mortgage rates. Related to this episode: Mortgage Rates HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Logan Mohtashami on home builders and new home sales
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the home builders and what's going on in the new home sales market. Related to this episode: Mortgage rates drop to another new low for 2025 | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Trump pivots to shadow boxing the Fed Chair
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the lowest mortgage rates of the year and Trump’s new tactic to undermine Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Related to this episode: Mortgage rates drop to another new low for 2025 | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Daren Blomquist on the rise of distressed property auctions
On today’s sponsored episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Daren Blomquist, vice president of market economics at Auction.com, about the rise of distressed property auctions in the second quarter and what that means for the overall housing market. Related to this episode: Get the latest auction marketplace data from the Auction Market Dispatch See how auction buyers are transforming neighborhoods on Auction.com Visit Auction.com to browse and bid on foreclosure and REO auction listings HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Why inventory fell last week, plus a preview of inflation week
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about some unusual housing inventory numbers and gives a preview of inflation week. Related to this episode: Did lower mortgage rates already lower housing inventory? | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Trump’s Fannie, Freddie IPO and the latest on the Fed
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about Trump’s plans to IPO Fannie and Freddie and the latest on the Federal Reserve. Related to this episode: Trump plans IPO for Fannie, Freddie later this year | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Better mortgage spreads drop mortgage rates to yearly low
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about how better mortgage spreads have brought mortgage rates to their lowest level of the year, and where rates are headed next. Related to this episode: Better mortgage spreads lead to the lowest rates of 2025 | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Powell faces a mutiny at the Federal Reserve
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about mortgage rates and a mutiny at the Federal Reserve, where several Fed presidents are now publicly calling for rate cuts. Related to this episode: The battle over rates: Trump vs. Fed Chair Jerome Powell | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
Joe Tyrrell on where AI can have the biggest impact for lenders
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Joe Tyrrell, CEO of Optimal Blue, about some of the best AI use cases he's seeing lenders deploy and other areas where he would be cautious. Related to this episode: Optimal Blue HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Is the housing market finally flagging a recession?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about mortgage rates, residential construction labor and Trump’s firing of the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Related to this episode: How much lower can mortgage rates go after Friday’s jobs report? | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
Mike Simonsen on what happens to inventory if rates fall
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Mike Simonsen, chief economist at Compass, about what happens to housing inventory if mortgage rates fall. Related to this episode: Mortgage Rates | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Logan Mohtashami: What does the jobs report mean for mortgage rates?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the big miss on the jobs report and what it means for Powell, rate cuts and mortgage rates going forward. Related to this episode: July jobs report miss puts September rate cut and lower mortgage rates in play | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

Logan Mohtashami on the mortgage rate outlook for the rest of 2025
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about where mortgage rates are headed for the rest of year given Fed policy, economic headwinds, tariffs and more. Related to this episode: Mortgage Rates | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire 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 stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.