The Housing Market Freezes as Americans Brace for War
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The Housing Market Freezes as Americans Brace for War

28:25 Mar 10, 2026
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Could the war in Iran reverse all the interest rate relief we’ve received throughout the past year? With oil shooting up in price, unintended consequences could trickle down to your mortgage rate—and Americans are already feeling the shock. The housing market is re-freezing as buyers (and sellers!) stay on the sidelines as the world feels more and more unstable. What does this mean for your mortgage rate? Some people say this could cause a housing crash; others argue the opposite. What’s really going to happen next? We’re back with a new headline episode, going through the top stories affecting the housing market. First, we’re talking about the Iran war and its effects on mortgage rates and the housing market. Then, the states leading the 'two-speed housing market': some are seeing significant price gains, while much of America's home prices are declining. Do you use an AI calling agent in your real estate business? You need to hear this first. A new lawsuit shows you could land in hot water unless you follow the rules.  In This Episode We Cover Back to rising mortgage rates? Side effects of the Iran war on the U.S. housing market The hottest markets still seeing 4%+ price growth even in 2026 AI agents lead to lawsuit: What you should not do if you’re using AI callers for real estate Why so many Americans are moving from the coast inland to these cities Is the housing market freezing again? Why buyers and sellers are backing off And So Much More! Links from the Show Join the Future of Real Estate Investing with Fundrise
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