On The Highway

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The labor market showed more signs of losing momentum in July, with several key reports pointing to softer hiring conditions. From unexpected weakness in the latest jobs data to a slowdown in private sector hiring, the numbers are raising new questions about the direction of the economy. Find out what the latest reports reveal and why they matter.

National home prices may appear stable, but the latest Case-Shiller data reveals a more nuanced story beneath the surface. In this episode of On the Highway, Scott Brixen breaks down what the newest home price numbers really mean, why the national headlines don't tell the whole story, and where the strongest and weakest housing markets are beginning to emerge.

The Fed kept interest rates unchanged as inflation continued to move in the right direction, while the housing market remained resilient with home prices continuing to show strength. Alongside the latest GDP growth and unemployment data, this week's economic updates provide a clearer picture of where the economy stands and what it could mean for mortgage rates, housing, and the broader market.

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New home sales exceeded expectations in June, home prices continued to climb, and geopolitical tensions kept oil markets on edge, while low jobless claims painted a stronger labor market picture than other indicators suggest. Here's a quick look at the key economic stories shaping the week.

Tune in as Scott Brixen breaks down the June 2026 Realtor.com housing data and explains why the national inventory numbers only tell part of the story. While the supply of homes for sale continues to recover, the real story is where that inventory is building, where it's still critically scarce, and what those regional differences could mean for home prices and market conditions in the months ahead.

Tune in as Scott Brixen breaks down the April 2026 Case-Shiller Home Price Report and explains what the latest data reveals about today's housing market. While national home prices appear to be holding steady, the real story lies beneath the surface, where regional trends are creating very different outcomes across the country. Scott unpacks what mortgage and real estate professionals need to know and why looking beyond the headlines matters.

June brought encouraging inflation news, while the housing market delivered a mixed picture. Inflation came in below expectations, new home construction rebounded despite ongoing headwinds, pending home sales slowed in June, and consumer spending and unemployment continued to provide important signals about the economy.

After reaching a seasonal high of 47 in May, the MBS Highway National Housing Index continued to cool in July 2026, falling from 38 in June to 32. Buyer activity and home price direction both posted notable month-over-month declines.