On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the existing home sales report, tariffs and the ongoing battle between The White House and the Federal Reserve over mortgage rates.

Related to this episode:

Logan Mohtashami: The cure for tariffs is lower mortgage rates |
HousingWire
https://www.housingwire.com/articles/logan-mohtashami-the-cure-for-tariffs-is-lower-mortgage-rates/
HousingWire | YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXDD_3y3LvU60vac7eki-6Q



Enjoy the episode!

The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading industry voices and get a deeper look behind the scenes of the top mortgage and real estate stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

The Arizona Attorney General's Office is suing multiple individuals and companies accused of orchestrating a widespread equity-stripping scheme that defrauded Arizona homeowners facing foreclosure. The lawsuit, filed in Maricopa County Superior Court, alleges violations of Arizona’s Consumer Fraud Act (A.R.S. §§ 44-1521 to 44-1534) and Racketeering Act (A.R.S. §§ 13-2301 to 13-2315). The lawsui

The DOJ filed a supplemental statement of interest in the Nosalek suit, where it continued its objections to the MLS PIN settlement.

Real estate agents find workarounds as sellers struggle to negotiate lower fees

The ongoing issue of high real estate commissions, despite a settlement aiming to change the way agents are paid, highlights the frustrations many buyers and sellers face. The landmark settlement  refers to a case where the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and major real estate firms agreed to change practices around commission structures. However, many people still feel that the expected commission rates are excessive, and there's a perception that the industry is slow to adopt these changes.

Some buyers and sellers argue that they are forced to pay hefty commissions that can reach 5-6% of the sale price, even though they believe that lower fees could be possible, especially with the rise of alternative real estate services and digital platforms. The challenge is the inertia in the industry and the influence traditional real estate agents and agencies still hold in shaping market norms.

Prices, plans, elevations, options, availability, and specifications are subject to change without notice. Offers, designs, amenities, products, available locations, and schools, are subject to change without notice. Discounted Prices are subject to terms and conditions.

Buffett panic sale of his real estate business and real estate crash volume crash like the 80s.

SELL FASTER AND FOR MORE

A year after a landmark settlement called for a disruption in how real estate agents are paid, people say they still feel forced to pay them excessive commissions.

A schedule mixup leads to one of the best industry conversations of late

The division with an emphasis on new development is led by new dev marketing vets Louise and Paul Sunshine and will provide developers and financial institutions with an alternative to the traditional sales market.

 https://www.mobilehomeinvesting.net

Discover Arizona Realty Bid, your trusted house buying company offering cash for ugly houses and investment properties. Get a fast and quick home sale with our cash offers

#FlippingHouses #WholesalingHouses #FlippingGenius

Austin Parie Chronister is accused of holding women captive in the so-called 'House Saint Pierre' in Milwaukee, per police.

I found you the absolute best person to advis

The celebrity broker’s eponymous firm is expanding its operations to its first Western outpost with a 50-agent Arizona office.

Step into a world of elegance with homes for sale at SERHANT. Our real estate experts curate a collection of fine residences, awaiting your discerning eye.

Last night, I had an unsettling conversation with HER. You won't fully understand what I'm saying without seeing the movie HER. Either way, prepare to be as unsettled as I have been today.‣ Jeff Turner