Making Sense of The Housing Market With NAR Deputy Chief Economist Dr. Jessica Lautz!

Making Sense of The Housing Market With NAR Deputy Chief Economist Dr. Jessica Lautz!

June 30, 2026 · 31 min · Episode 131

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Jason Ostrowsky interviews Dr. Jessica Lautz about the current housing market and its influencing factors.

In this episode of the Everything Real Estate Podcast , host Jason Ostrowsky sits down with Dr. Jessica Lautz , Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research at the National Association of REALTORS®, for an insightful discussion about the forces shaping today's housing market. Jason and Dr. Lautz explore some of the biggest questions facing today's real estate market, including: • What could happen if mortgage interest rates fall back into the 5% range? • Will lower rates unleash a wave of buyers waiting on the sidelines? • How could increased demand impact home prices and inventory? • What trends are emerging across the national and local housing market? • What buyers, sellers, homeowners, and real estate professionals should be watching over the coming months. Dr. Lautz combines data-driven analysis with practical insights to explain the current market in a way that's easy to understand, helping listeners make more informed real estate decisions. 🎙️ Subscribe to the Everything Real Estate Podcast for conversations with leading economists, top-producing REALTORS®, business leaders, and industry experts who help you connect ideas with action. Topics Covered: • Housing…

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Host: Jason Ostrowsky

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Organizations: National Association of REALTORS®

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