On today's episode, we've invited Mike Simonsen, the brainchild behind Altos Research, to dissect the intricate trends of the US real estate market. Mike's company is the industry's pulse monitor, scrutinizing every home for sale in the United States every single week. Fascinated by how the dynamics of the housing market can shift like sand through your fingers? Mike and I dig into the factors influencing these changes, such as fluctuations in mortgage rates and inventory levels. We've got your curiosity piqued, haven't we?
Our discourse takes a riveting turn as we tackle the intriguing comparison between homeownership and investment properties. How do laws, policies, and even platforms like Airbnb feed into this dialogue? Mike possesses a goldmine of insights, delving into how rising mortgage rates may put a damper on the market's pace and making sense of the year-over-year comparisons for home prices. I have a feeling you're not going to want to miss out on this enlightening exchange.
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But wait, there's more! We've got you covered on the role of home builders in the housing market, investigating their post-pandemic performance and their cunning strategies to edge out resale homes. Ever wondered how the interplay of inventory and mortgage rates shapes housing demand and affordability? We've got the answers. With a plethora of data-driven observations and forward-thinking projections, this episode promises to be a rollercoaster ride through the dynamic world of real estate. Tune in for an episode chock-full of wisdom nuggets that you won't find anywhere else.
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Dissecting the Shifts in the US Real Estate Market with Mike Simonsen