On The Market
On The Market is a podcast from BiggerPockets that helps modern real estate investors stay informed on the latest headlines and trends. Host Dave Meyer and his expert panel analyze the current economic environment to provide actionable insights for smarter investing. The show covers topics like market analysis, investment strategies, and financial news relevant to real estate. It aims to save listeners time by distilling complex information into digestible episodes.
Episodes
JPMorgan Makes a $750B Bet on the Housing Market
JPMorgan Chase, America’s largest bank, just made a big bet on housing—a $750B bet to be exact. At a time when most people hope home prices will fall, JPMorgan is gearing up to lend and invest in a huge way. Could this be a sign that those who buy now will be thanking themselves in the years to come? We’re getting into the details in today’s show.
It’s another housing market update! First, we’r
Finding Discounted Real Estate Just Got Easier
This is a game changer for real estate investing. In minutes (or even seconds), you can find every motivated seller in your area, see how desperate they are to sell, and even find new markets with discounted real estate deals. This used to take hours, even days, before—now you can do it in minutes. We can’t really even believe that this is so easy.
Today, Dave is walking through the new “
Signs That Your Rents Will Slow (or Grow) in 2026/2027
National rent prices are down year-over-year, but that’s not telling the whole story. Different properties in different markets are seeing an opposite reality. Some markets are seeing 3%-5% rent increases, while others are seeing that flipped negative. There are definitive reasons why some markets are growing while others are slowing and outright declining. Today, Dave is going to show you how to
A Buyer’s Summer Is “On” as Asking Prices See Steepest Decline Since 2017
Most investors understand that real estate is local. While the national headlines usually tell one story, regional and local data often tell a very different one.
This week’s headlines only reinforce this idea. On a national level, asking prices are declining at the fastest pace in nearly a decade, inviting many buyers to participate in the summer housing market despite ongoing affordabil
Vacation Rentals Are Officially on Sale: Where They’re Worth Buying
Vacation rental markets were some of the biggest winners of the housing boom several years ago. But where are those real estate markets today?
New data suggests that many of the operators who chased cash flow in the Airbnb gold rush are now looking to cut their short-term rentals loose. As it turns out, running a profitable Airbnb is much harder than it looks. So, does that make this the
2026's "Discounted" Properties Aren't the Bargain They Look Like
If you’re investing in real estate, you’re probably asking, “How much can this property make me?” But in 2026, it’s the opposite question that actually builds your wealth: “How much can this property cost me?” You’re seeing discounted deals on the listing sites; realtors and brokers may even be sending you off-market listings that look like steals. How do you know whether you should pass on them o
Fannie Mae IPO Could Have Serious Side Effects on Mortgage Rates
Nearly 50% of mortgages in the U.S. flow through Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac—but a push from the Trump Administration could sell shares of these government enterprises and put them in the hands of the public. The side effects could be significant to those getting or refinancing a mortgage—from interest rates to regulations.
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac alone take up about half of the mortgage
New Construction Falls to 5-Year Low as Price Floor Nears
This isn’t a “good” housing market for anyone. Affordability remains a major barrier to homeownership. Sellers aren’t getting what they want for their homes. Now, builders are signaling that the current housing shortage could get even worse. It’s bad news for aspiring homeowners, but could it finally put a floor on this housing market correction?
This week’s headlines highlight how afford
You Can Retire with Even Less (Only Using Real Estate)
The average American will not be able to retire. 50% are going into their golden years with less than $500,000—significantly short of what would even be considered a livable retirement amount. Social Security only has so long before payments begin to get cut, and retiring during a stock market crash, or even a correction, can put you at sizable risk of returning to work.
But one asset can
Zillow: $1,000/Month Cash Flow Exists in These Markets
Zillow is seeing “signs of life” emerging in the housing market. Strong demand, days pending hitting pre-pandemic levels, and serious cash flow in specific markets. How long will this last, and what happens when new construction completions fall off a cliff in the near future? Will rents and home prices reverse, going from stable (and even falling) to rising as demand outpaces supply even more?
You Won’t Believe Why Mortgage Rates Are Going Up (Again)
You won’t believe why mortgage rates are going back up. It’s not because of the war, it’s not because of gas prices, and it’s not because of the Federal Reserve. Something nobody is talking about is playing a much bigger role in mortgage rates than most Americans think. It’s making big corporations richer while the average American continues to struggle to buy a home.
What is the hidden factor
2026 Housing Market Predictions: Seller Pain is Far From Over
The first half of the 2026 housing market is over, and now it’s time to answer the question everyone wants to know: What’s next? Will the market slow down even more and bring lower prices for patient buyers, or will a (surprisingly) resilient US economy finally give buyers what they’re looking for? We’re split. We’re disagreeing. And today, we’re giving our updated 2026 housing market predictions.
Workers Are Feeling the AI Squeeze: How It Could Define the Next Housing Cycle
Workers Are Feeling the AI Squeeze: How It Could Define the Next Housing CyclePodcast Description
If you ask the average American, AI is taking over, as are the headlines warning that it’s coming for our jobs. Open LinkedIn, and you’ll see stories about chatbots replacing employees, hiring freezes, and departments being downsized. But when you dig into the actual data, it’s murky at best. So, wha
Commercial Real Estate Is Quietly Setting Up for a Decade-Long Bull Run
We’ve officially reached the halfway point of 2026, and the housing market still feels…stuck.
The economy is in limbo. Home prices haven’t tanked. And we aren’t seeing significant large multifamily distress...not yet at least. Is it just a matter of time before the other shoe finally drops, or is this market more resilient than we expected?
Brian Burke is back to give his pulse check on th
The Data Is Lying: What Buyers Are Really Paying in 2026 (Less Than You Think)
We’ve all seen the data. Home prices are falling but remain relatively “flat,” year over year.
There’s just one problem: the data is lying.
We’re in a full-blown buyer’s market now, and what investors are actually paying for homes is much less than most people realize.
Behind the scenes, buyers are negotiating thousands—even tens of thousands—of dollars in seller concessions that never
Trump Just Stalled the Biggest Housing Bill in Decades
You’ve seen the headlines. The housing market is stuck. Distress is rising. But if you dig beneath the surface, the actual data tells a different story. The market isn’t in freefall, and in many places, there’s more “stability” than most people think. And small investors are quietly taking the lead.
This week’s stories all point the same way. Inventory is essentially “flat,” up just 0.25% year
Peace Deal Signed: Where Mortgage Rates Are Actually Headed
The peace deal between the U.S. and Iran has been agreed to (at least for now). The Strait of Hormuz, the chokehold on 20% of the world’s oil, is starting to open back up, and trade can, at least temporarily, continue. The question is, will inflation begin to fall if oil flows (more) freely through the Middle East? And if inflation falls, could mortgage rates be right behind them?
Today, we’re
The Fed Signals a Reversal in Rates
The new Federal Reserve Chair is already making news, signaling a major change to rates—and not in the way Americans were hoping for. With inflation up, the Fed has eyed raising, not cutting, the Federal Funds rate, all while changing key language on price stability at its most recent meeting. The question is, will they do it, or is this simply a bluff to stop the market from getting out of contro
Wall Street is Locking You Out of the Housing Market (Unless You Pay Up)
Wall Street is quietly monopolizing the housing market—and we’re not talking about them buying homes. It’s something more far-reaching, something that will affect every investor in every market on every single deal.
Your local HVAC, pest control, drywall, and plumbing companies are seemingly raising prices in tandem, and each year it gets more expensive. Your material costs are jumping, someti
What We're Buying During The 2026 Multifamily Crash
This is exactly what we’re buying, selling, and trading in Summer 2026. It’s a strange time for real estate—multifamily prices are crashing hard, single-family is staying stable, rents aren’t moving much, mortgage rates are back up—what do you do? Today, we’re sharing exactly what we’re doing with our real estate portfolios to make the most of a market many are too scared to buy (or sell) in.
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New Data: U.S. Home Prices Are Hitting Their Floor
Did home prices just hit their floor? New demand data is showing something no one expected—buyers coming back. If the supply-demand balance hits equilibrium, we could see the national housing market begin to settle at prices like these. One thing that could change all that? Mortgage rates—and with a potential peace deal on the table between the U.S. and Iran, we could finally get some relief.
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J Scott: We Have 1-2 Months Before the Economy Begins to Break
The next global recession is a lot closer than many Americans think. We’ve been (fairly) insulated from supply chain shocks stemming from the War in Iran, but within the next few months, things will begin to break. Oil reserves could run dry, energy costs could spike, and a new age of inflation could hit Americans in a way many of us are not prepared for.
In other words: We’re a bit screwed…at
The “Engine” of the U.S. Economy is Starting to Crack (It Will Affect Housing)
The “engine” of the U.S. economy is starting to crack—and real estate is already feeling the effects. Just last week, we touched on the hidden “recession” affecting many Americans. Today, we’ve got even more data to back up that analysis. Americans are at a breaking point, and the long-term trends are not looking good for spending, GDP, the economy, and real estate.
If you feel economic strain,
Home Listing Prices Fall for 16th Straight Week (and It Could Keep Coming)
Home listing prices have been falling for weeks, and it’s not just sellers who are getting fed up. Real estate agents have finally decided to call it quits, with many reaching their breaking point and leaving the industry altogether. But a glimmer of hope is on the horizon for the market, as one of the biggest housing bills in years just passed the House of Representatives. Could this get us back
The Ultimate "Stress Test" for the Housing Market: Do We Pass in 2026?
Every recession, crash, and major change in the real estate market has its warning signs. And while most people think these can only be seen in hindsight, we have “stress tests” today that signal corrections, crashes, or rising prices to come. These tests not only test the housing market, but also the economy as a whole, to tell us whether we’re going to spiral down for years or stay afloat.
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James’s Exact Criteria for Finding High-Return, Overlooked Deals in 2026
More and more Americans are feeling confused about the housing market. Home prices are coming down, and mortgage rates are jumping back up. One day, everyone wants one type of property; the next, it’s being sold at a discount. If you get stuck in the herd mentality, you’ll miss what’s right in front of your eyes—profitable real estate deals 99% of investors are passing over.
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The 2026 Recession Is Here
The 2026 recession is here. You feel it. I feel it. GDP is growing, but the cost of living is rising, affordability is at a multi-decade low, and consumer sentiment is at its lowest level in 70 years. The stock market is ripping, but Americans are struggling daily. Economists will tell you it’s not a recession (at least not yet), but according to my recession indicator…we’re there.
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Inflation Is Back, and It's a Warning Sign for Mortgage Rates
Just when we thought it was handled, inflation is starting to surge back—and mortgage rates are already adjusting fast. But, for real estate investors, there’s a silver lining. Some markets are seeing rising rents and lower home prices, making it an ideal buying scenario for investors if they can hang on to the property during these high-rate times.
It’s been a wild week in the housing market,
Housing Market Forecasts Flip as Zillow, NAR, Fannie Mae Make New Predictions
New 2026 housing market forecasts have changed…dramatically. A major downgrade for home sales from NAR, a home price forecast revision from Zillow, and a new mortgage rate range from Fannie Mae. The industry is quickly growing much more anxious.
At the start of the year, the consensus was for modest price growth, lower mortgage rates, and improved home sale numbers—that’s not where we’re at rig
Senior Living Has 100% More Demand Coming…with Barely Any Supply
One type of investment property is experiencing severe undersupply with a 20-year demographic tailwind on the way. Demand is growing, new supply isn’t even hitting a quarter of the need, and investors are writing off much of this industry as already past its peak. Is this a strategic opportunity to invest in an asset so obvious it’s been overlooked?
Of course, we’re talking about senior living
U.S. Debt Surpasses GDP: Why Mortgage Rates Could "Spiral" From Here
The national debt just hit a dangerous new milestone, surpassing GDP—and the last time this happened, we just ended a world war. You already know the U.S. is heavily in debt—most Americans do—but nobody is asking the right question: at what point does this spiral out of control and force something in the economy to break?
Today, Dave is unpacking the next steps and the scenarios that could unf
U.S. Home Prices Turn Negative, Sellers Finally Give Up Ground
U.S. home prices have officially turned negative. For many months, sellers have resisted adjusting to current market conditions—until now. This could bring short-term pain for flippers and sellers, but overall, it’s a step in the right direction for a housing market that desperately needs prices to soften before it can become unstuck.
We’re back with more headlines from last week, including ne
Spring Housing Market Update: Deals Are Getting Better (Will It Last?)
We’ve got new data on the Spring housing market, and it’s…well, complicated.
The monthly data shows more of the same: a sluggish housing market with negative home price growth.
But zoom in, and the weekly data tells a different story. Pending sales and mortgage applications are ticking higher, and we’ve just crossed into what could be the strongest buyer’s market we’ve seen in years, with
Flippers Are Feeling Most Bullish in Months, Here’s Why
Buyers are waiting out the market, mortgage rates are rising again, and the economy seems as unstable as ever. So why are house flippers feeling bullish about investing in 2026? A new report has surfaced showing an overwhelmingly optimistic view of flipping houses, with active flippers registering stronger bullish signals than in previous months.
The question is: what are house flippers seeing
The Fed’s High-Stakes Power Struggle Affects Much More Than Mortgage Rates
Something is brewing at the Federal Reserve, and it’s starting to get ugly.
For many months, President Trump has been pressuring the Fed to lower the federal funds rate and has since named a new Fed chair nominee to take the reins after Jerome Powell's term ends. But what seemed like a straightforward transition has quickly evolved into a nasty political showdown—a “standoff” between the Depar
How America Could Soon Be Oversupplied with Homes
For years, we’ve been promised that a “tsunami” of homes would hit the market as Baby Boomers age, move into senior housing, and pass away. We’ve been waiting…and waiting, but we’re still millions of housing units short. Yet, even without a “silver tsunami,” another trend could push us toward a housing supply glut in the future—new builds.
Builder sentiment has dropped to a seven-month low. Hom
Housing Market Reverses Gains as Sentiment Reaches 70-Year Low
This could have profound effects on the housing market, and if you work or invest in real estate, you need to know what's coming next.
Energy shocks, high inflation, new job numbers, the worst consumer sentiment in 70 years…it’s all hitting us in a single week, and the housing market is already reacting. After months of affordability gains, mortgage rates jumped back to 6.4% in response to the
These High-Inventory Markets Could “Swing Up” in the Next Cycle
Could today’s weak housing markets become tomorrow’s winners? One particular real estate demand “cycle” says that it’s more than possible. Everyone has written off real estate markets where inventory has risen, prices have dropped (substantially), and migration has slowed. But what happens when the pendulum swings in the other direction, and these dead markets return to life?
ResiClub’s Lance L
The 2026 Property Tax Revolt: These States Move to End Property Taxes
Property taxes: banned.
There are now more than a dozen states across the country seeking to limit, reduce, or outright eliminate property taxes—and the support behind the efforts is growing. As property taxes explode across the U.S., homeowners are facing an average 30% increase, curbing affordability efforts. As a result, Florida, North Dakota, Indiana, Texas, and other states are considerin
Accidental Landlords Hit a High as Rising Interest Rates Freeze Buying
The housing market is locked up once again before the most important time of the year—the spring homebuying season. With interest rates flying back up to the mid-6% range and inflation anxiety rearing back, Americans are once again stuck. And it’s not just first-time homebuyers; accidental landlords are hitting a new high as homes get even harder to sell.
So, is the spring homebuying season… ca
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
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 deve
The $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 loan
The 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—fro
A $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
Melody 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 th
The 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
The 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 mor
The 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
75,000 “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
You 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? Death
Tariffs 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 tari
Off 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, wit
2026 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 t
Buying (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 ho
2026’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 do
Trump’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 lowe
Make 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 w
The “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
This 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 f
Why 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
Trump’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
Rates 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
An 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?
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Rental 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 beli
3 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 wi
2026 Home Price Predictions: Will the Correction Continue?
Home prices are about to “bend”...but will they break? The 2026 housing market could be another year of a correction, but how low could we go?
Last week, we gave our mortgage rate predictions for 2026; this week, we’re focusing on home price forecasts. The housing market is stuck, and something needs to give. Americans can’t afford homes at these high prices, but with so many “locked-in” homeow
Real Estate Has Finally “Bottomed,” Says Top Investing Expert
Has real estate finally bottomed? Ben Miller, CEO of Fundrise (managing over $7B in real estate), says it’s so. And he’s not just talking about commercial real estate. If true, one particular type of real estate investment could do exceptionally well over the next year, but most people (even Dave!) are going in a different direction. Where could the next big real estate boom happen? We’re getting
The Most Encouraging Sign in 3 Years | Dec. 2025 Housing Market Update
This could be the most encouraging sign for the housing market in years. It’s the final month of 2025, and the housing market has flipped from this time last year. Real prices are down, mortgage rates are near a percent lower, inventory is stabilizing, and affordability…it’s actually improving. But hints at a wave of underwater mortgages are making people nervous. With the number rising, is this t
Bold 2026 Predictions: A New "Land Rush" and the Real Recession Hits
Is this the year the real recession finally hits? Could a new “land rush” spark a buying spree throughout the U.S. for coveted dirt that makes investors millions? And why is one type of rental property owner about to sell off their homes, ready to give you a sizable discount?
We’re still in the swing of prediction season, so this time, we’re giving you our boldest 2026 housing market predictio
Money Printing 2.0? The Fed’s New Emergency Measure
The biggest announcement of last week’s Fed meeting had nothing to do with rate cuts. Instead, a quiet, mostly overlooked statement from the Federal Reserve could mean huge things for the economy, mortgage rates, and most importantly, the housing market. The mainstream seems to have missed it, focusing on the obvious news, but we’re breaking down the Fed’s new emergency tactic to stabilize the eco
The Return of “Easy” Real Estate Deals? 2026 Could Get Even Better
This might be the easiest time to find real estate deals in years—and early signs suggest 2026 could be even better.
The year is almost over, so today, we’re reviewing our favorite trends, tactics, and real estate investing strategies of 2025. Plus, many of them will last well into 2026. These are the things that we’re focusing on next year, and there’s a lot of good news for investors. This is
Demand Springs Back for Winter Deals, But First-Time Homebuyers Vanish
We’re only a week away from winter, but the housing market is heating back up. Demand is rising as savvy buyers know that lower prices peak during the holiday season. But one crucial cohort is nowhere to be found…and it could have damaging consequences for the housing market as a whole.
We’re back with another headline episode, taking the biggest stories from the housing market and giving our t
Redfin: The Great “Reset” Starts in 2026
Redfin just called it. The housing market will “reset” in 2026…or at least it’ll be the start of it.
Chen Zhao, head of economics research and a returning guest on the show, has 11 predictions she and her team have formulated for the 2026 housing market. A long, slow period of progress could be upon us, as buyers get what they’ve been asking for: better affordability, a more normal market, and
The “K-Shaped” Economy: Why the Middle Class Is Getting Crushed
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Years of housing market gains could be at risk, and it’s not because of mortgage rates, the Fed, or the US government…it’s because of sellers.
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We’re entering the “Great Stall.” And this could last for years.
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This could break the mortgage system as we know it. But, is it worth it?
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