Jeff shares a heartfelt moment as he says goodbye to his oldest son for two years before diving into one of the biggest housing debates yet — a proposed 50-year mortgage. With Trump and the mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac floating the idea, Mark and Jeff ask: does anyone really want it, and what could it mean for homeownership and affordability? They also explore new possibilities for portable and assumable mortgages that could unlock more housing transactions. Finally, the hosts weigh in on Trump's tariff strategy and Supreme Court signals. Is it 4D chess or 2D checkers?

The median homebuyer age has jumped from 29 in 1981 to 40 in 2025. What does that reveal about affordability and generational wealth? Mark and Jeff unpack the data and discuss why home sales have dropped to historic lows, with only 28 of every 1,000 homes selling this year. They also explore why the famed investor who predicted the 2008 housing crash is skeptical of today's AI boom. Plus, the Supreme Court may be reshaping the legal foundation of U.S. tariffs. What could that mean for housing and construction costs?

Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivers the expected rate cut but what else did he signal for the economy and real estate market? Mark and Jeff break down the implications, from mortgage application trends to broader financial momentum. Then, the hosts dive into Dr. Richard Werner's thought-provoking interview with Tucker Carlson, exploring his "Credit Creation Theory" and the idea that banks may literally create new money through lending. Could this be fueling unsustainable real estate prices — and even a potential bubble? Mark and Jeff connect global economic patterns to what's happening in the U.S. today.

Interest rates are falling but why isn't mortgage volume rising with them? Mark and Jeff unpack what's keeping buyers on the sidelines this time around. They also discuss the sharp decline in FHA loans for non-permanent residents, the surprising $198 billion U.S. budget surplus in September 2025 (despite a government shutdown), and Zillow's new partnership with ChatGPT as it leans into the AI wave. Tune in for smart analysis, industry insights, and a grounded look at what's really driving today's housing and economic trends.

Are 24-hour appraisals really possible? Reggora seems to think so. We'll dig into what it would actually take to make that a reality. Plus, the Trump administration is turning up the pressure on homebuilders to ramp up housing supply, and we're breaking down what that could mean for the real estate market. Finally, in tech news, we explore "AI world models," the next big evolution in artificial intelligence and why experts say it could redefine how AI understands and interacts with reality.

In this episode, Jeff shares key takeaways from the Appraisal Summit, including trends shaping the valuation industry. Mark and Jeff dive into Opendoor's bold new "7-day home test drive" and what it could mean for buyers and sellers. They also discuss how spiking power demand may drive electricity costs higher and impact real estate ownership. Finally, it's prediction check-in time — were their calls on interest rates, Fannie Mae's stock, and Jerome Powell's job status on the money? Tune in for insights and forward-looking takes on the housing and economic landscape.

Mark and Jeff dive into the latest real estate and tech headlines, from Anywhere Advisors and Compass exploring brokerage consolidation (impacting brands like Coldwell Banker, Century 21, Sotheby's, Better Homes, and Corcoran), to Opendoor's surprising rebound and stock surge, raising the question of whether they'll be the Trevor Milton or Elon Musk of home iBuying. Plus, we'll take a look at Google's launch of its new "Learn Your Way" AI solution aimed at transforming education.

Driven by a surge in refinances, mortgage applications jumped over 29% this week. But with a soft jobs market and persistent inflation, all eyes are on the Fed's rate cut this week. Mark and Jeff break down the 1/4 point rate cut and what it means for housing. On the ground, builders and agents are noticing shifts in buyer pools, and Jeff shares how he used AI to create a real estate brokerage presentation in record time.

Mark and Jeff sit down with Keisha Wilkinson, Senior Policy Representative for Valuation at the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). They unpack how agents and appraisers often share more common ground than many realize, explore the power of NAR's national and local lobbying efforts, and highlight the benefits available to all REALTOR® members. Plus, Keisha shares valuable resources to help strengthen communication and collaboration between agents and appraisers. Contact Keisha: [email protected]

Trump's overhaul of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) raises big questions: how are labor numbers really collected and why do revisions matter so much? Mark and Jeff break it down. Then, the conversation turns to higher education. Are colleges leaning into artificial intelligence or pushing back against it? A recent MIT study shows that 95% of organizations are seeing no return on their AI investments yet. Is this just a temporary setback, or are we entering the AI "Trough of Disillusionment?"