Housing Unaffordable! Prices must CRASH

In this episode, I address the growing concerns about housing affordability and the predictions of a market crash. We analyze historical data from the early 1980s to understand the impact of high mortgage payments on home prices and transactions. We also discuss the current trends in new construction, home builder price adjustments, and the implications of the upcoming Fed meeting. Join me as I break down the facts and debunk the myths surrounding the housing market's future. Key Talking Points with Timestamps [0:00] Introduction to Housing Affordability Concerns - Discussion on the rising concerns about housing affordability leading to a market crash. [0:57] Historical Analysis - Comparison of current affordability issues to the early 1980s and their impact on home prices. [2:28] Kobayashi Letter Highlights - Examination of the Kobayashi letter's findings on mortgage payments as a percent of income. [4:55] Transaction Trends - Analysis of historical transaction data during periods of high mortgage payments. [6:25] New Construction Inventory - Cities with the highest percentage of new construction in active listings. [8:10] Home Builder Price Declines - Evaluation of price declines among major home builders like Lennar, KB Home, and Pulte. [10:34] Fed Meeting Predictions - Discussion on the potential for a September rate cut and its market implications. [12:03] Home Price Increases Since 2020 - Areas with the highest home price increases since March 2020. [13:30] School Community Updates - Information on recent and upcoming events in the school community. [15:04] Encouragement to Join the Community - Invitation to join the school community for networking and educational opportunities. Links & Resources One Rental at a Time: https://www.onerentalatatime.com 54 Year Spreadsheet: https://www.onerentalatatime.com/54-year-spreadsheet School Community Sign-Up: https://www.example.com/school-signup