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Peace Deal Signed: Where Mortgage Rates Are Actually Headed
The Fed Signals a Reversal in Rates
Wall Street is Locking You Out of the Housing Market (Unless You Pay Up)
What We're Buying During The 2026 Multifamily Crash
New Data: U.S. Home Prices Are Hitting Their Floor
J Scott: We Have 1-2 Months Before the Economy Begins to Break
The “Engine” of the U.S. Economy is Starting to Crack (It Will Affect Housing)
Home Listing Prices Fall for 16th Straight Week (and It Could Keep Coming)
The Ultimate "Stress Test" for the Housing Market: Do We Pass in 2026?
James’s Exact Criteria for Finding High-Return, Overlooked Deals in 2026
The 2026 Recession Is Here
Inflation Is Back, and It's a Warning Sign for Mortgage Rates
Housing Market Forecasts Flip as Zillow, NAR, Fannie Mae Make New Predictions
Senior Living Has 100% More Demand Coming…with Barely Any Supply
U.S. Debt Surpasses GDP: Why Mortgage Rates Could "Spiral" From Here
U.S. Home Prices Turn Negative, Sellers Finally Give Up Ground
Spring Housing Market Update: Deals Are Getting Better (Will It Last?)
Flippers Are Feeling Most Bullish in Months, Here’s Why
The Fed’s High-Stakes Power Struggle Affects Much More Than Mortgage Rates
How America Could Soon Be Oversupplied with Homes
Housing Market Reverses Gains as Sentiment Reaches 70-Year Low
These High-Inventory Markets Could “Swing Up” in the Next Cycle
The 2026 Property Tax Revolt: These States Move to End Property Taxes
Accidental Landlords Hit a High as Rising Interest Rates Freeze Buying
Real Estate Isn’t as Safe From Inflation as You Think
Inflation is rising again, and everywhere on social media, we’re hearing people say, “Buy real estate!” Property is supposed to be the ultimate inflation hedge. The problem? Real estate may not save you from the inflation heading our way. In fact, home prices could get worse if things continue this way. But how? For decades, we’ve been told that real estate is the ultimate inflation hedge. It’s tracked rising prices very well and has been one of the most championed “safe” assets to buy. But do real estate prices always follow the path of inflation? What happens if consumer prices rise but renters are paid less, a recession hits, nobody can pay their bills, you can’t pay your mortgage, and home prices fall? This is a reality that real estate gurus tend not to think through—the other side of inflation. Today, we’re getting into it. Which inflation benefits real estate prices the most? Which of the four possible inflation scenarios could unfold as the world tilts toward uncertainty, and which assets protect your wealth regardless of the inflation rate? In This Episode We Cover Is real estate really a good hedge against inflation? Most people assume incorrectly The two types of inflation and how they (oppositely) affect real estate prices Four future scenarios we could see if inflation rises, falls, or stays the same What’s causing rising inflation right now? An April 2026 inflation update The four ways real estate will benefit during a traditionally high-inflation period And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Center for American Progress: Trump Administration Tariffs Could Result in 450,000 Fewer New Homes Through 2030 Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-413 . Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This Could Be the Best Real Estate "Buy" of 2026
This could be the best real estate “buy” of 2026. While mortgage rates are climbing back up and everyone is waiting out the housing market—again—one man is going all in: James Dainard. If you’ve listened to On the Market for a while, you know James is never not buying—but what he’s buying changes by the week, or even by the day. Last year, James got burned (a bit) on house flipping and new development, but reassessed his almost unbeatable investing framework and is now saying there’s one particular asset class he’s hungry to acquire—and it’s on serious discount. So today, we’re picking the brain of the man with 1,000+ rental units who’s flipped thousands of homes and knows the market better than any economist, since he’s on the ground buying and selling every single day. James shares the “best buy” of 2026, the one thing you must account for if you’re flipping or doing any renovation project, the single best rental for small investors to start with (and how to find them on-market at discount), and the one high-return deal he’d do as a new real estate investor. This is what’s working in real estate right now in 2026. In This Episode We Cover The overlooked (and underpriced) properties James is heavily targeting in 2026 How to find on-market, discounted rentals perfect for small investors The “buyer psychology” changes in the market that flippers must be aware of One high-return real estate deal new investors should heavily consider in 2026 One cost to add to every renovation project to ensure you stay on budget And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders On the Market 410 - The First Domino? Investors Pull Billions as Real Estate Bank Runs Return Dave's BiggerPockets Profile BiggerPockets Real Estate 1100 - The Ultimate Underrated Rental Property (for Small Investors) w/Brian Burke Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-412 . Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 411The $3T Problem No One in Real Estate is Paying Attention To
A $3 trillion market is beginning to crack. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon has sounded off, saying there are “cockroaches” in the system. Investors are pulling billions of dollars out of the market, and real estate could be affected in a massive way. This is the private credit crisis explained. When big investors go to buy or build, they don’t always take money from a bank; instead, they get loans from the private credit market—lenders who operate outside of the traditional lending apparatus. But over the past four years, commercial real estate has seen values tank, income drop, and demand shrink for everything from office to multifamily and more. And the people who lend their money to private credit are starting to get nervous. Billions of dollars have already been pulled out of the market, with many investors going on “bank run” style withdrawal sprees. But, this isn’t only a commercial real estate problem—residential real estate could be affected if enough money leaves the systems. So what happens next? Will real estate prices fall even further as a result? Are we on the brink of a credit crisis mirroring the 2008 subprime bubble? We’re breaking it all down in this episode. In This Episode We Cover Private credit explained: who’s lending the money and what is being leveraged “Cracks” begin to form, and why investors are pulling billions of dollars out of the system Riskier commercial real estate debt that could trigger a “debt spiral” of serious proportions Why residential real estate is not completely safe if commercial real estate starts to fall further The one thing worrying experts the most about this hidden credit crisis And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders On the Market 410 - The First Domino? Investors Pull Billions as Real Estate Bank Runs Return Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Grab the Book, "Recession-Proof Real Estate Investing" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-411 . Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 410The First Domino? Investors Pull Billions as Real Estate Bank Runs Return
Investors are pulling billions of dollars (yes, billions) out of real estate investments at a record pace as “bank run” style withdrawals return. Blackstone has already seen record withdrawal requests of over $3 billion. Could this be the first domino to fall that could set off a private credit crisis, pulling multifamily prices down even more? We’re back with this week’s biggest headlines—from mortgage rates rising back to six-month highs to corporate headquarters being converted into housing—there’s almost too much to talk about happening in the housing market. First, mortgage interest rates flip as buyers get pushed back out of the market, but this could lead to even bigger discounts for investors. A lonely corporate headquarters building gets greenlit for conversion to housing. If this trend continues, we could see relief in housing supply strain. Investors pull a record amount of money from real estate investments—just as commercial real estate needs it most (this will have consequences). Finally, the “millionaire tax” makes its way through one state—and it could kill one type of real estate investing. In This Episode We Cover Investors go on a bank run—why they’re pulling billions of dollars from investments Mortgage rates boomerang back to around 6.5%, but investor deals could get even better The newest housing inventory opportunity and how to make a CEO’s office your new living room The millionaire tax is kicking profitable investors out of this popular market And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders BiggerPockets Real Estate 1207 - 2026 Mortgage Rate Predictions: This “X Factor” Could Change Everything Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Henry's BiggerPockets Profile James' BiggerPockets Profile Kathy's BiggerPockets Profile NewsTimes: 200 apartments floated at Duracell’s ‘gorgeous’ former world HQ in Bethel as workforce shrinks to 20 Ken McElroy: The Liquidity Problem No One Is Talking About Homes.com: As Washington 'millionaires tax' heads to governor, some agents see homeowners list Grab Dave’s Book, "Real Estate by the Numbers" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-410. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 409A $48T “Structural Shift” to the Housing Market is Only Just Beginning
A “structural shift” is happening in the housing market—one that will permanently change how home prices appreciate. We could be experiencing the last era of steady, rising home prices as we enter into a new reality—a reality without Baby Boomers owning real estate. For years, a “silver tsunami” has been predicted to “crash” the housing market. With Baby Boomers downsizing, aging in place, and passing away, the inevitable wave of inventory was supposed to hit the housing market with fury—but it hasn’t happened, at least not yet. With the average Baby Boomer now in their 70s, surely we should start to see inventory fly on the market…right? Today, we’re getting into when (and if) the silver tsunami will hit, why the end of the Baby Boomer generation could change the home price growth trajectory permanently, and what will unfold in the 2030s (and beyond) that could cause serious headwinds in the housing market. But if it all comes true, investors will have the opportunity of a lifetime to get something many have assumed is gone—cash flow. In This Episode We Cover The “silver tsunami” explained, and why it hasn’t crashed the housing market Inheritance begins to peak—how many heirs will keep vs. sell their parents’ homes? The “structural shift” that could change home price appreciation forever Just how much of the housing market Baby Boomers own (it’s a LOT) The return of cash flow? Why real estate investors will get another opportunity to buy And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area Dave's BiggerPockets Profile On the Market 403 - You Have Until 2031: What Happens When Population Goes Negative? On the Market 404 - 75,000 “Relistings” Could Hit the Market, But Inventory WON’T Explode? On the Market 408 - Melody Wright’s Honest Take On the “Worse Than 2008” Crash Claim Real Estate by the Numbers Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-409. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 408Melody Wright’s Honest Take On the “Worse Than 2008” Crash Claim
A housing price correction “worse than 2008”? That’s the headline of Melody Wright’s widely-cited Newsweek interview, but today, she’s giving her full, honest take on what she really meant. Melody got into the mortgage industry in 2006, riding the subprime wave up until it popped two years later. The lender she worked for went bankrupt in 2012, as Melody witnessed the fallout firsthand. From there, her new job became analyzing housing data to ensure this never happened again. And looking at the data—delinquencies rising, inventory spiking, a quiet “credit crisis” rarely talked about—Melody believes we could be on the verge of another serious correction. Today, we’re getting her detailed opinion on whether we should expect a housing crash, correction, or a slow, stable return to affordability. We talk at length about the rising delinquency rates (much of which is not public) signaling serious trouble for the housing market and borrowers, and the “credit crisis” brewing behind the scenes that could upend the market (especially for investors). This is what Melody Wright really thinks will happen next. In This Episode We Cover Melody’s real opinion on the “Worse Than 2008” claim Why Melody believes home prices could correct up to 50% in some markets The “credit crisis” brewing that uncovers a very weak homebuyer pool Delayed delinquency? Why more borrowers are beginning to inch closer to losing their homes The white-collar recession that will have serious effects on pricey real estate markets And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders Dave's BiggerPockets Profile On the Market 407 - The White-Collar Recession Means More for Real Estate Than You Think Newsweek Price Correction ‘Worse Than 2008’ Coming To US Housing Market—Analyst Reuters JPMorgan marks down value of loan portfolios of some private credit groups, source says Realtor Housing Market Tilts in Favor of Buyers as Active Inventory Climbs Grab Dave’s Book, "Real Estate by the Numbers" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-408. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 407The White-Collar Recession Means More for Real Estate Than You Think
The next recession is already here. You may not see it, but you definitely feel it. Companies are quietly letting go of dozens or hundreds of workers at a time, interviews are getting harder to land, and those around you who made the most money are suddenly just trying to get by. This is the “white collar recession”—and a new report could prove that it’s about to get much more severe. And what happens when the highest earners, those who buy homes and can get approved for mortgages, suddenly vanish from the housing market? The impacts could be widespread, and a permanent shift in real estate could be on the horizon. Today, we’re unpacking it all—which jobs are most (and least) at risk, what will happen to the housing market as high-income earners lose their salaries (and ability to buy homes), and the markets most reliant on these types of white-collar jobs. But it’s not all bad news. New opportunities could be emerging in select markets as a few major industries see stability, and one type of investment property becomes the most sought-after of all. In This Episode We Cover The “white collar recession” and the jobs most at risk due to AI Why this time it’s different, and a recession may be inevitable How the housing market will permanently shift as homebuyers lose their income The most stable housing markets with the best employment potential One type of investment property every investor needs to keep an eye on (demand could rise) And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders On The Market 401 - Off by Nearly 1 MILLION Jobs? Why New Jobs Report Will Impact Real Estate Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Anthropic Report Grab the Book, "Recession-Proof Real Estate Investing" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-407. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 406The Housing Market Freezes as Americans Brace for War
Could the war in Iran reverse all the interest rate relief we’ve received throughout the past year? With oil shooting up in price, unintended consequences could trickle down to your mortgage rate—and Americans are already feeling the shock. The housing market is re-freezing as buyers (and sellers!) stay on the sidelines as the world feels more and more unstable. What does this mean for your mortgage rate? Some people say this could cause a housing crash; others argue the opposite. What’s really going to happen next? We’re back with a new headline episode, going through the top stories affecting the housing market. First, we’re talking about the Iran war and its effects on mortgage rates and the housing market. Then, the states leading the 'two-speed housing market': some are seeing significant price gains, while much of America's home prices are declining. Do you use an AI calling agent in your real estate business? You need to hear this first. A new lawsuit shows you could land in hot water unless you follow the rules. In This Episode We Cover Back to rising mortgage rates? Side effects of the Iran war on the U.S. housing market The hottest markets still seeing 4%+ price growth even in 2026 AI agents lead to lawsuit: What you should not do if you’re using AI callers for real estate Why so many Americans are moving from the coast inland to these cities Is the housing market freezing again? Why buyers and sellers are backing off And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders Top 10 Markets Where Prices Will Rise and Fall in 2026 Headlines from Today’s Show: Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Henry's BiggerPockets Profile Kathy's BiggerPockets Profile Grab Dave’s Book, "Start with Strategy" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-406. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 405The Best (and Worst) Housing Markets in America (March 2026 Update)
The housing market is split. Some real estate markets are seeing low inventory, rising prices, and fierce buyer competition. Others are seeing steep price cuts, desperate sellers, underwater owners, and delinquency rates creeping up. So, which housing markets are the riskiest in the country? Which market has the highest chance of seeing home price growth while the rest of America struggles for air? We’re doing a nationwide deep dive today, looking at the metrics that matter most—home price appreciation, affordability, delinquency rates and owner distress, and underwater mortgage share. Each of these data points will allow you to predict which markets will grow, slow, and struggle over the next year. Plus, Dave is sharing what each region of the country should be paying attention to as an investor, the riskiest markets of 2026, and the number one comeback city no one is expecting. In This Episode We Cover The riskiest housing markets in the U.S. that could see continued price declines Cities seeing a return to “affordability” as buyers get a big break Delinquency rates rising? Areas with these mortgage types see more owners fail to make payments The “comeback” cities that have the greatest home price growth potential Why “underwater mortgages” aren’t as scary as you think they are (but investors should still be careful) And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area On The Market 369 - Zillow Forecast: Best and Worst Housing Markets of 2026 Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Grab Dave’s Book, "Start with Strategy" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-405. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 40475,000 “Relistings” Could Hit the Market, But Inventory WON’T Explode?
Remember all those homes that were “delisted” in the fall and winter? The homes that sellers took off the market when they couldn’t get the price they wanted? Well, now, the frozen housing market is thawing, and 75,000 “relistings” could boomerang back into the market. With a new wave of inventory, would this be the catalyst for home prices to drop even more? Compass’s Mike Simonsen, friend of the show and all-time inventory expert, is back to give a quite contrarian take on the relisting inventory about to hit the real estate market. With the spring homebuying season about to peak in just a couple of months, former sellers now get a new chance to put their properties up again, in hopes that lower mortgage rates entice buyers. The crash predictors say that this new glut of inventory could cause prices to drop as the buyer’s market becomes even more one-sided. But Mike has a key piece of data that changes the story entirely, one that could be good for the future housing market and actually give transactions a modest boost. Mike says a “new era” of real estate is upon us—and it could last a while. In This Episode We Cover The “relisting” wave of inventory that could hit the housing market this spring Why home prices may not drop even with more properties on the market A “new era” of real estate that makes it even better to buy a home Why housing inventory is falling in states with the biggest home price corrections No forced selling? The reality that kills the housing crash narrative And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area On The Market 378 - The “Delisting” Wave Putting Years of Housing Market Gains at Risk Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Follow Mike on LinkedIn Grab Dave’s Book, "Real Estate by the Numbers" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-404 . Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 403You Have Until 2031: What Happens When Population Goes Negative?
There’s a ticking time bomb for the U.S. housing market that nobody is talking about. It’s the biggest existential threat to home prices and housing demand, and it (arguably) can’t be stopped. The question is, how long do we have until it happens? Today, we’re talking about population: what happens when the U.S. population begins to decline, and the need for housing falls year after year? Deaths are already set to outpace births by 2031, meaning we’re just five short years away from this risky scenario becoming reality. What happens to home prices? Will millions of homes sit empty? Which markets will see their values fall the fastest? Is real estate still safe to invest in? Dave’s giving a masterclass on the population crisis, and how the housing market will be affected. From birth rates to immigration, baby boomers passing away (and passing down their houses), and cities that will face the biggest demographic headwinds, this is what every investor needs to know before 2031. In This Episode We Cover What happens to the housing market once the population begins to decline? Will our housing shortage flip to a supply glut as demand is forced to fall? The one thing propping up our population and how it’s starting to falter Short, medium, and long-term housing forecasts as population decline increases Lessons from Japan, Germany, and Italy: Where do home prices fall the fastest once populations decline? Markets that will be the safest when the population finally begins to flip And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area U.S. Immigration Crisis: What It Really Means for Housing Markets and Investors Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Grab Dave’s Book, "Real Estate by the Numbers" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-403. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 402Tariffs Out, Housing Bill In: Big Changes Coming for Real Estate
Many of President Trump’s tariffs have been canceled—and the housing market could stand to benefit. Could this be yet another sign that inflation is slowing and that mortgage rates can continue to fall? This is big news for the housing market, but it’s not even the biggest news of this episode. Today, we’re going over everything you may have missed. From the Supreme Court striking down tariffs in a majority vote to a major housing bill moving forward, to cities seeing the most new corporate headquarters (a serious sign of job growth), we’ve been busy taking stock of the stories affecting investors. We’ll get into how the tariff reversal will affect prices and mortgage rates (this may be great news), the new housing law that could make building, renovating, and financing even easier, Trump’s new “tokenized” real estate investments, and the markets that may see the biggest booms as jobs flood these areas. In This Episode We Cover Tariffs canceled: a win for the housing market as inflation risk reduces? The new housing supply and affordability bill that could pass the Senate soon The cities that are gaining (and losing) corporate headquarters (some are not so obvious) Would you invest in Trump’s “tokenized” real estate investment? The “crypto for real estate” push continues Will tariffs be returned to American citizens who paid them? One Supreme Court justice gives his honest take And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders On the Market 399 - Buying (and Building) Houses Could Get a LOT Easier WSJ: Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Global Tariffs NAR: Bipartisan Housing Bill Passes House of Representatives BI: A crypto firm with ties to Trump will 'tokenize' some of the president's real estate empire Visual Capitalist: The U.S. Cities Gaining and Losing Corporate HQs Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Henry's BiggerPockets Profile James' BiggerPockets Profile Kathy's BiggerPockets Profile Grab Dave's Book, "Real Estate by the Numbers" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-402. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 401Off by Nearly 1 MILLION Jobs? Why New Jobs Report Will Impact Rentals
Big economic news dropped last week: labor data, inflation rates, and huge jobs revisions. All of these are already impacting the housing market, but could new numbers cause an even greater shift that could affect your mortgage rate, your rents, and your next deal? Rental property owners, agents, sellers, and buyers: this news affects what you’re doing right now. New labor data beat the odds, with a surprising amount of hirings. But, with many of those hirings concentrated in a few specific fields, investors in markets with this line of work will need to watch carefully. And it wasn’t all good news—the largest jobs number revision in over a decade happened last week. The number of overreported jobs? It changes the picture entirely. A strong labor market could mean stagnant mortgage rates, but inflation data might just come in to save the day. With lower inflation readings, could the Fed get the confidence to cut once again? Finally, we’ll talk about exactly which types of homes will sell and which will stagnate on the market. One type of property is flying off the proverbial shelf, so if you can build, renovate, or rent it, you could be in luck. For the rest of investors, Dave has some cautious words of wisdom that could save you if this economic trend continues. In This Episode We Cover Off by nearly 1,000,000 jobs: Inside the largest jobs number revision in over a decade New inflation rate readings and whether we’re trending in the right direction More moves for mortgage rates? Positive data that could tip them a bit lower The one type of housing that has high demand, even as consumer sentiment stays low Why you either feel phenomenal or terrible about the U.S. economy And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders Dave's BiggerPockets Profile On the Market 372 - New Recession Indicator Shows Americans Worse Off Than We Thought BiggerPockets Real Estate - 1229 - Scott Trench’s $1,000,000 Bet on Real Estate (Update) Grab the Book on "Recession-Proof Real Estate Investing" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-401. Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 4002026 Mortgage Update: Lower Rates, ARMs Return, and When to Refi
Rental property financing is becoming much easier. For years, seven and eight-percent rates made it brutal to make deals work. But now, things are changing—for the better. Mortgage rates in the five-percent range? HELOCs with no closing costs? Seller concessions to buy down your interest rate, and a smoother path to affordable properties? It’s all culminating in 2026, and this could be one of the best years in recent memory to get a mortgage for a rental property. Today, we’re talking to Jeff Welgan, who's spent 22 years in the mortgage industry, and is bringing good news. Thought those ARM (adjustable-rate mortgage) loans were left behind in 2008? Safer, cheaper, and more flexible ARM loans are available to investors. With lower rates and longer fixed-rate periods, they could be the perfect option as mortgage rates continue to decline. Jeff also shares how you can get a HELOC with no closing costs, so you don’t have to give up that rock-bottom mortgage rate you secured in 2020. Plus, when to refinance, how low rates could go, and whether you still should buy down your rate in 2026. In This Episode We Cover Jeff’s 2026 mortgage rate prediction and the “range” he thinks rates will stay in Are ARMs back? Why adjustable-rate mortgages are cheaper, safer, and better for investors Should you pay down your interest rate? When Jeff says it is (and isn’t) worth it Why the mortgage industry’s cycle is about to end, and investors must be careful Got a high mortgage rate? This is when you should think about refinancing And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter BiggerPockets Real Estate 1207 - 2026 Mortgage Rate Predictions: This “X Factor” Could Change Everything Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Find an Investor-Friendly Lender Today Free BiggerPockets Resources Jeff's BiggerPockets Profile Work with Jeff Grab Dave’s Book, "Start with Strategy" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-400 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 399Buying (and Building) Houses Could Get a LOT Easier (New Bill)
This could be the most important shift in the housing market in years. Something truly remarkable just happened that will impact almost every facet of real estate. The “Housing for the 21st Century Act” just passed the House in a landslide vote, with bipartisan support from Democrats and Republicans. But unlike past housing proposals, this one focuses on the thing that could actually fix the housing market for good—supply. This could make building (and renovating) houses cheaper and faster, allow Americans to finance manufactured homes the same way we finance regular properties, expedite the permitting process for some new builds and rehabs, and give your local bank the ability to lend faster and easier than before. In short, this bill has a significant impact not only on everyday homeowners but also on real estate investors. The question is, will this fix the housing supply problem we’ve been plagued with? We’re digging into the six sections of this bill in today’s episode. In This Episode We Cover Why this new bill could be a monumental shift for the housing market Building just got even better—fewer permits, faster approvals, and more A huge win for affordable housing that could streamline cheaper homes for many Americans Will new supply kill appreciation? Why many investors are dead wrong about this Work with local banks? This new bill could be hugely advantageous for you Investors: do this now! How this bill will affect your investments once passed And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders On the Market 392 - Trump’s Housing Proposals Could Work, There’s Just One Big Problem Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Grab Dave’s Book, "Start with Strategy" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-399 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 3982026’s Top Growing Cities (People Are Moving Here!)
The “lock-in effect” is finally starting to break, and Americans are moving yet again. But, where are they going? The top cities people are moving to aren’t what you’d expect—in fact, many of them are where prices are actively falling. Is now the time to buy as populations grow and homes remain affordable? Three major housing market shifts are unfolding this week, and we're breaking them all down on this week's headlines episode. First, is the lock-in effect finally over? Before, the housing market was at a standstill, as homeowners with 3% mortgage rates refused even to consider selling. Now, after years of high rates slowly getting better, the tables have turned. Sellers are more willing to let their property go and tap into that huge pile of equity, but will this actually affect inventory? Then, the 2026 U-Haul Growth Index—where are people moving right now? The top metros and states could surprise you, as many of them have falling home prices. Finally, is housing inventory getting worse? It felt for a while that buyers had their pick, but now, the trend is starting to reverse, and sellers may gain even more control. In This Episode We Cover U-Haul’s top in-migration cities, metros, and states The end of the lock-in effect? Why homeowners aren’t staying put to keep their low rate This city's job market is “on fire” and seeing a strong influx of residents Did housing inventory growth already reverse? Why sellers are finally getting fast offers Signs to buy during a correction: cities that are growing but seeing lower home prices And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders Dallas-Fort Worth Remains Projected as the Top Housing Market For the Second Year in a Row Fortune: ‘Something big’ just happened in the U.S. housing market U-Haul Growth Index Realtor: Inventory Gains Slow Down in January Henry's BiggerPockets Profile James' BiggerPockets Profile Kathy's BiggerPockets Profile Grab Henry’s Book, "Real Estate Deal Maker" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-398 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 397Trump’s New Fed Pick Could Raise Interest Rates, Defy Expectations
A new Fed Chair has been nominated—and he could do what no Fed has done before. Kevin Warsh, the youngest Fed governor appointed, serving during the Great Financial Crisis, is Trump’s new pick, and his decisions could have major impacts on the housing market. But the mainstream media is missing a few key variables, falsely assuming that Warsh will kick off a series of rate cuts that end in lower interest rates. But, in reality, something completely different could happen—something that the Fed has never tried before. Warsh has strong opinions on quantitative easing (money printing) and wants to, in essence, delete some of the money the Fed has created over years of buying bonds and mortgage-backed securities. At the same time, Warsh will most likely push for rate cuts—a challenge given the Fed’s divided members. So, what does this mean for mortgage rates? Could we see rates actually rise due to Warsh’s plans, or could ending quantitative easing boost market confidence and lower long-term mortgage rates? We’re getting into it all, plus what investors should do now regardless of what the Fed’s next moves are. In This Episode We Cover Trump’s new Federal Reserve Chair pick and why Trump is so keen to kick Powell out Higher mortgage rates incoming? What everyone is getting wrong about the Warsh pick The end of money printing: Why the new Fed Chair pick wants to delete dollars off the balance sheet Something the Fed has never done before: Can you lower rates while keeping inflation in check? The one type of real estate that could greatly benefit from the moves Warsh will make And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders A New Fed Chairman is Coming Soon—Here’s What Their Potential Low-Rate Policy Will Mean For Investors Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Grab Dave’s Book, "Real Estate by the Numbers" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-397 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 396Make 30% More Than Regular Rentals? One Property Sees “Explosive” Demand
This type of rental property is seeing “explosive” demand. But, they’re cheaper than many regular rental properties, get 30% more rent, and take less work than vacation rentals. More and more Americans are using them, and where they’re needed most, there’s not much supply. You might have thought it wouldn’t last, but medium-term rentals are becoming the rental property investor’s cash cow—and we have new data to prove it. Jeff Hurst, CEO of Furnished Finder, teamed up with the short-term rental data experts at AirDNA to release a new report on monthly rentals. This could change everything you’ve thought about the space. Investors are making more money with smaller properties, and demand is growing—fast. Tenants are extending their stays, while paying a 30%-50% premium over traditional rentals, but the cost to furnish is a fraction of what it would be for a short-term rental. But Jeff says there’s a “sweet spot” medium-term rental—and it’s one of the least expensive properties you can buy. Even better, your long-term rental could be the perfect pick. It might be time to look at medium-term rentals again. In This Episode We Cover The new report from Furnished Finder and AirDNA showing the massive demand for medium-term rentals How to make 30%-50% more revenue by turning your long-term rental into a monthly stay Is the medium-term rental market oversupplied, like the short-term rental market? The data might surprise you How to immediately test whether your long-term rental would work with this strategy The “sweet spot” medium-term rental that costs less and has strong demand from monthly renters And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area On the Market 261 - This Could Be Like Getting into Airbnb in 2012 w/Jeff Hurst Read the New Furnished Finder + AirDNA Report Furnished Finder Market Insights Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Grab the BiggerPockets Book on Medium-Term Rentals, "30-Day Stay" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-396 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 395The “18-Year Real Estate Cycle” Ends in 2026 (What Now?)
The 18-year real estate cycle calls for a crash in 2026. It correctly predicted the 2008 crash, it was right for decades in a row in the 1800s, and many say it’s the one true oracle for home prices. Funnily enough, it’s been 18 years since 2008, and home prices are starting to peak. But is there enough data to trust in this housing market cycle? Should you be selling your properties just shy of every 18 years to load up on low prices during the next predicted housing crash? Or, is this just a conveniently (somewhat) accurate theory that crash bros use to get maximum clicks? Today, Dave is reviewing the evidence and sharing the cases from economists on whether the 18-year cycle exists. The theory calls for a crash worse than 2008 this year, but is there any evidence to support this claim? You might be surprised, but Dave does agree with parts of this theory. In This Episode We Cover 2026 housing crash? Why the 18-year real estate cycle says we’re at the end of an era The “phases” of the real estate cycle explained (from bust to boom) Did the cycle end? Why home prices may have already peaked years ago 2008 vs. 2026: What could cause a housing crash to happen this year The (surprisingly) accurate 18-year predictions for decades in a row And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area The Four Stages Of The Real Estate Cycle Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Grab the Book, "Recession-Proof Real Estate Investing" Grab the Book, "Real Estate by the Numbers" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-395 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 394This Could Open Up Homebuying for Millions
This could open up homebuying for millions of Americans. The question is: Is it worth it? A new housing proposal from the Trump administration adds yet another lever that first-time buyers can pull to pay for their first house. But it’s got financial advisors sweating. We’re back with another headline episode, talking about recent moves shaking up the housing market. First, some good news from Redfin that shows the housing market is actually getting more… affordable? That’s right. A substantial decline in housing costs may be just the start as homebuyer purchasing power grows year over year. We’re on the right track…but will it continue? Next, why mortgage rates went back up after Trump’s proposed $200B bond-buying exercise—when many expected rates to keep falling. Using a 401(k) to buy a home? One new proposal could make it penalty-free, opening up access to hundreds of thousands of dollars for average Americans. Finally, the big investor ban begins, but here’s what the actual executive order says. In This Episode We Cover Penalty-free 401(k) down payments? The On the Market panel is sharply divided Affordability sees a massive win, but will it keep improving? Why mortgage rates didn’t keep declining after Trump’s $200B bond purchase proposal President Trump signs the long-awaited big investor ban—but will it actually change anything for homebuyers? And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders On the Market 392 - Trump's Housing Proposals Could Work, There's Just One Problem Redfin: Monthly Housing Costs Start the Year Down 5%, the Biggest Decline in Over a Year Reuters: Trump's mortgage-backed bond purchases not moving needle on housing costs HousingWire: Tapping a 401(k) for homeownership is risky business, experts say TIME: Trump Is Moving to Bar Wall Street Firms From Buying Single-Family Homes. Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Henry's BiggerPockets Profile James' BiggerPockets Profile Kathy's BiggerPockets Profile Grab Dave’s Book, "Real Estate by the Numbers" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-394 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 393Why I’m Buying Large Multifamily in 2026 (Commercial Real Estate Outlook)
We’re always talking about residential real estate. But what about that “other” market, the one worth $24 trillion? It’s no secret that commercial real estate has had one of its toughest stretches in many years, with many calling it an outright “crash.” If we’ve already reached the bottom, could large multifamily and other assets be poised for a huge turnaround in 2026? Over the last couple of years, we’ve seen multifamily, office, retail, and even self storage prices tumble due to several factors: rising mortgage rates, rate adjustments on commercial debt, higher cap rates, tighter lending criteria, and more supply coming online. This “perfect storm” has put significant downward pressure on commercial property values, causing forced selling and scaring many investors away. But these same challenges could create opportunity, especially if prices stabilize over the next 12 months. We break down the variables at play, the most compelling bull and bear cases for these assets, and how investors can protect themselves with “scared” real estate analysis. Dave is ready to take advantage, but which asset is he betting on? In This Episode We Cover Dave’s 2026 predictions for the commercial real estate market Whether large multifamily values could bounce back in 2026 The “perfect storm” that caused the steep decline in large multifamily prices The bull and bear cases for a commercial real estate turnaround The asset class that is least likely to recover from the commercial “crash” Four tips for investors looking to buy multifamily properties in the next 12 months And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area BiggerPockets Real Estate 1073 - The Opportunity is Coming in Commercial Real Estate (How to Take Advantage) Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Yardi CoStar FRED Buy the Book, "The Multifamily Millionaire, Vol. I" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-393 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 392Trump’s Housing Proposals Could Work, There’s Just One Big Problem
The housing market is unaffordable. But the Trump administration is trying to change that. The question is: Will any of their proposals actually work? Trump’s housing policy is clear: make buying a house more affordable for the average American. The President has floated 50-year mortgages, portable mortgages, purchasing mortgage bonds, and banning institutional investors. All of these, to some extent, could make the housing market more affordable. But, there’s one big problem that these policies overlook—one that could make a future crash or bubble much more likely. Today, we’re breaking down the Trump administration’s top housing policies and giving an honest look at which could work, which might be just hype, and whether any will actually fix the unaffordable housing market. Plus, Dave offers his own proposal for what could change the housing market (for good) and why investor “upside” could grow if any of Trump’s proposals actually pass. Is this a boon for affordability, or could Trump’s best efforts backfire? In This Episode We Cover Trump’s current proposals to make the housing market more affordable (and which will work) The crucial problem with the housing market 99% of politicians won’t touch on A real estate bubble? A housing market crash? Why “affordable” changes could backfire 2026’s most likely scenario and why Dave is planning to buy even more real estate Growing “upside” for rentals as Trump policies help homeowners get in the game And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area On the Market 373 - Trump Floats 50-Year Mortgages: Cash Flow Boost or Affordability Illusion? On the Market 375 - Keep Your 3% Rate Forever? “Portable” Mortgages Could Be Coming Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Grab Dave’s Book, "Start with Strategy" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-392 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 391Rates Fall to 5% Range as Big Investor “Ban” Gains Support
Big investors could be banned from buying single-family homes, mortgage rates drop to the lowest level in years, and one forgotten sector of real estate is predicted to “break out” in 2026. We’re only two weeks into the new year, but the housing market is shifting by the minute. Mortgage rates fell into the 5% range last week as President Trump announced a plan to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds. But this time, there’s no money printing involved. The question is…how long will these low rates last? Is this a temporary Band-Aid or a crucial move to get us closer to 5% mortgage rates? But it’s getting even better for first-time homebuyers and small investors. Institutional investors could be banned from buying single-family homes, not only providing inventory relief but also preventing unfair competition in the market. This could be huge in a select few cities across the US, especially as HousingWire predicts one specific single-family investing strategy could see profits surge in 2026. In This Episode We Cover The new big investor “ban” and Trump’s urge to kick institutional money out of the housing market One investing strategy HousingWire says has huge profit potential in 2026 Mortgage rates fall within 5% range through bond-buying—is this any different than quantitative easing? Sellers continue to dwarf buyers, and these pockets are where you’ll find your best opportunities And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Join us at the BiggerPockets Conference October 2-4 in Orlando. Buy tickets Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area President Trump Proposes to Ban Institutional Investors From Buying Single-Family Homes Articles from Today’s Show: Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Henry's BiggerPockets Profile James' BiggerPockets Profile Kathy's BiggerPockets Profile CNN: Trump orders ‘my representatives’ to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds CNN: Trump threatens to ban institutional investors HousingWire: Why the fix-and-flip sector is poised for a breakout in 2026 Redfin: The U.S. Housing Market Has 37% More Sellers Than Buyers Grab Dave’s Book, "Start with Strategy" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-391 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 390An Economic Bubble is Forming…Just Not for Real Estate
A new economic bubble could be forming, and this time, it isn’t real estate. A $20 trillion ticking time bomb could explode if one thing doesn’t go completely right…the AI industry. And the effects could be felt far beyond the stock market, with real estate taking a hit as well. The question is: Is the AI bubble close to popping, or are we on the precipice of a new era of economic growth? Dave researched so you don’t have to, compiling the bullish and bearish arguments for AI. Top tech companies are spending over $500 billion in 2026 alone to make the AI dream come true, but strong counterarguments just might prove that those AI investments won’t pay off. If the AI bubble bursts within the next few years, what will it do to the stock market? How will it affect home prices? And what is Dave doing right now with his money to protect against the downsides and position himself for the upsides if the AI bubble does finally burst? This is what could happen next. In This Episode We Cover A $527 billion bet that top tech companies are making on AI (is it worth it?) What happens to home prices if over-hyped AI causes a stock market correction or crash Four strong reasons why the AI bubble will (or won’t) burst A $20 trillion ticking time bomb for the US economy if the AI industry doesn’t hit its targets Why 99% of real estate investors are wrong about buying near data centers (be very careful) And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area BiggerPockets Real Estate 1188 - AI Could Take Your Job, But It Can't Take Your Real Estate Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Gita Gopinath’s Big Warning: $35 Trillion Wealth Could be Wiped Out? Grab Dave’s Book, "Start with Strategy" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-390 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 389Rental Investors Become the Most Bullish in Years
This could be the best time to buy a rental property in years. Don’t take our word for it, a new investor sentiment survey shows a sharp surge in optimism as investors flipped from cautious to bullish going into 2026. And this hope for the housing market isn’t unfounded. In fact, almost all the data shows better buying conditions, more options, and even improved affordability. If you’re still believing the “housing crash” hype, 2026 could be a big wakeup call. Wanting the investor side of the story, we put together a brand new investor sentiment survey, tracking how real estate investors feel going into 2026, what they’re most excited and nervous about, and whether they’re looking to purchase or pause over the next year. Today, we’re sharing the results. We’ll also get into affordability, new inventory forecasts from the most accurate data providers in the market, and the strategy that real estate investors have the most confidence in for the 2026 housing market. If you thought investors were mass selling like the news and crash bros were telling you, this new data might be a big surprise. In This Episode We Cover Newest investor sentiment survey and why investors are becoming more bullish A huge win for housing affordability (and whether it will get better in 2026) Housing inventory forecasts from last year’s most accurate economists The biggest challenge for real estate investors in 2026 (not so obvious) One strategy that investors are betting on more than ever And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area BiggerPockets Real Estate 1222 - The 2026 State of Real Estate Investing: An “Easier” Road Ahead Dave's BiggerPockets Profile BiggerPockets Pulse Investor Sentiment Survey Bright MLS 2026 Forecast Compass 2026 Forecast Realtor 2026 Forecast Grab Dave’s Book, "Start with Strategy" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-389 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 3883 Things We’re Doing in 2026 to (Actually) Retire with Rentals
2026 is finally here! And if you can still read this sentence without seeing double, you’ve made it! But this year, things are going to be a little… different. We usually talk about the best places or strategies for buying rentals, but we’re going on a bit of a detour to start the year by discussing our real estate resolutions, all of which will actively help us retire early. Want to retire with rentals, too? This is the episode for you, and we’re sharing the strategies we’re using in 2026 to get there. Kathy shares a new way she’s optimizing her real estate portfolio, with the goal to increase cash flow by 10% on her current portfolio (not buying more rentals!). Henry takes an opposite approach to most investors, opting not to scale his portfolio and instead doing something much safer. Dave details his “End Game”—the ultimate real estate portfolio for early retirement. You can copy these experts’ strategies in 2026 to retire with rentals, too! In This Episode We Cover How to use AI to optimize your portfolio and find the cash flow blind spots where you’re losing potential profits Stop scaling? Why Henry is making moves to pay off some rentals instead (and whether you should, too) Building your “End Game” portfolio to retire with rentals you actually enjoy owning The three “buckets” of investing and a sign you’ve already outgrown yours (it could cost you) Henry and Dave’s real goal that has nothing to do with real estate (can you help them out?) And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise Join BiggerPockets for FREE Sign Up for the On the Market Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early or Invest? Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Henry's BiggerPockets Profile Kathy's BiggerPockets Profile Grab Kathy’s Book, "Scaling Smart" Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/on-the-market-388 Interested in learning more about today’s sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices