Here's how housing survived the Iran conflict
Summary
Host Sarah and analyst Logan Modashami discuss why the housing market remained resilient despite the Iran conflict, citing improved affordability and stable mortgage spreads. They analyze the Supreme Court’s ruling blocking Trump from removing Fed Governor Lisa Cook, noting its limited impact on rate policy. The episode also covers the VA’s proposed loan fee hike, Bed Bath & Beyond’s acquisition of Fathom, and Fannie Mae’s title pilot expansion.
Topics discussed
HousingWire AI Summit promotion
Intro and top 5 trending articles
Housing market resilience during Iran conflict
Mortgage spreads and rate projections
Oil prices and Fed hawkish stance
Iran conflict analysis and future risks
HousingWire app subscription offer
Supreme Court ruling on Fed Governor Lisa Cook
Jobs Week preview and labor data trends
Personal stories and closing remarks
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