Get Real With Eddie

Mortgage rates just hit a 3-year low — so why isn’t the housing market exploding? In this episode of Get Real with Eddie, we break down what’s happening with the upcoming Federal Reserve leadership change, why lower rates aren’t automatically creating more inventory, and what’s really propping up today’s market. We also dive into: • What a new Fed Chair could mean for interest rates• Why the market feels “stuck” even with lower rates• Local sales data from Joliet, Illinois• How to build smarter in today’s environment• What an NFL player actually wants in a luxury home If you’re a buyer, seller, investor, or just watching the market closely — this episode gives you straight insight without the noise. This is Get Real. #GetRealWithEddie #HousingMarket #MortgageRates #FederalReserve #RealEstateNews #IllinoisRealEstate #JolietIL #MarketUpdate #HomeBuying #HomeSelling #LuxuryHomes #InterestRates #RealEstatePodcast #BuildingBetter #RealEstateInvesting 00:00:00 New Fed Chair Coming00:09:25 Rates Are Lower — So What’s Holding the Market Up?00:16:30 Rates Hit a 3-Year Low00:27:44 Sales Data for Joliet, IL00:34:40 Building Better00:44:11 What an NFL Player Wants in a Home

Are BIG investors really buying up all the homes — and pushing everyday buyers out of the market? In this episode of Get Real with Eddie, Eddie Ruettiger and Nancy Vallee break down what’s actually happening in today’s housing market. From falling builder sentiment to surging mortgage demand and growing buyer remorse, we dig into the data behind the headlines and separate fact from fear. If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or just trying to understand today’s real estate market, this episode gives you the straight talk you won’t hear in clickbait news stories. Are BIG investors really buying up all the homes and pushing everyday buyers out of the market? In this episode of Get Real with Eddie, Eddie Ruettiger and Nancy Vallee break down what’s actually happening in today’s real estate market. We cover falling builder sentiment, surging mortgage demand, buyer remorse, and the big question everyone is asking — are large investors taking over the housing market? If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or just want real facts instead of headlines, this episode delivers straight talk backed by real data. Get Real with Eddie airs on 1340 WJOL AM in Joliet, IL and is also available as a podcast, YouTube channel, and online at www.getrealwitheddie.com Like, comment, and subscribe for weekly real estate insights. #getrealwitheddie #realestate #housingmarket #realestatepodcast #realestatenews #homebuyers #homesellers #realestateinvesting #investors #mortgagerates #housingmarketupdate #illinoisrealestate #jolietrealestate #1340WJOL #EXITRealEstate ⏱️ Chapters00:00:00 Builders' sentiment falls00:09:43 Mortgage demand soars00:17:12 Buyer remorse00:28:05 Are BIG investors buying up all the home

Is 2026 the year you finally make your move in real estate? In this episode of Get Real With Eddie, we break down what’s really happening in today’s market — and why smart buyers and sellers are getting organized and positioning themselves for success right now. From real local data in Plainfield, IL to buyer demand trends and why January is one of the best months to buy, this show is packed with practical insight you can use immediately. Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a property that didn’t move, or just watching the market, this episode will help you make smarter decisions in 2026. #GetRealWithEddie #WinningInRealEstate #RealEstate2026 #HousingTrends #MarketUpdate #HomeBuyingTips #HomeSellingTips #RealEstateStrategy #PlainfieldIL #JolietIL #ShorewoodIL #WillCountyIL #IllinoisRealEstate #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #MoveUpBuyers #InvestInRealEstate #LocalMarket #RealEstatePodcast #RealtorLife #JanuaryIsTheBestTimeToBuy 00:00 Organization in 202603:20 Ask Yourself These 5 Questions Before Buying10:39 Why 2026 Is a Good Year to Be Optimistic About Real Estate17:13 What to Do If Your Home Didn’t Sell29:26 Plainfield, IL Market Sales Data35:33 Buyer Demand Is Picking Back Up45:14 Why January Is the Best Time to Buy a Home

The Federal Reserve has dropped rates—so what does that really mean for buyers, sellers, and investors right now? In this episode, we break down how lower rates impact the housing market, where to find the best deals today, and what the latest Will County sales data is telling us about local trends. We also talk strategy—how to stretch your options in a changing market, protect yourself and your home, and spotlight a great opportunity at 3806 Brenton Drive in Joliet, Illinois. Whether you’re actively house hunting, investing, or just trying to understand where the market is headed, this episode delivers practical, real-world insight you can use. #RealEstate #HousingMarket #FedRateCut #MortgageRates #IllinoisRealEstate #WillCounty #JolietIL #HomeBuying #RealEstateInvesting #MarketUpdate #SmartBuying Chapters 00:00:00 The Fed Drops Rates00:10:37 How to Find the Best Deal Now00:17:49 Will County Sales Data00:26:50 Talking Sci-Fi00:30:05 How to Stretch Your Options00:37:09 3806 Brenton Dr, Joliet, IL For Sale00:44:48 Things to Protect Your Home and Yourself

This episode dives into some of the most talked-about real estate topics happening right now, beginning with a snowy Midwest start and moving straight into major market shifts. You’ll hear why Zillow removed climate data from listings and what that means for buyers and sellers. We break down the surprising trend of new and existing homes costing about the same and explore the latest numbers on new construction. You’ll also learn four key reasons your home may be landing high on buyers’ wish lists in today’s market. We cover why experts aren’t worried about a recession, highlight the featured property at 3806 Brenton Dr in Joliet, and wrap up with what the public is feeling about the market right now. This episode offers clear, practical insights to help you stay informed in a fast-changing real estate landscape. #RealEstate #HousingMarket #MarketUpdate #RealEstateNews #HomeBuying #HomeSelling #NewConstruction #ZillowUpdate #HousingTrends #EconomicOutlook #JolietIL #HomePrices #RealEstateInsights #MarketSentiment #RealEstate2025 00:00:00 SNOW, SNOW, SNOW00:01:57 Zillow takes Climate Data off of home listings00:09:17 New and existing homes cost the same00:18:26 Numbers on newly built homes00:29:05 4 reasons your home is high on buyers' wish list00:44:05 Experts are not worried about a recession00:48:00 3806 Brenton Dr Joliet IL for sale00:49:13 The public feeling of the market

The 50-year mortgage has become the newest lightning rod in real estate — some call it a necessary tool for affordability, others say it’s a trap that stretches buyers too thin over too long. Eddie and Nancy dig into the debate with no sugar-coating: who this kind of loan actually benefits, who it hurts, what it could do to pricing, and why it’s even being discussed right now. They also tackle a growing reality in 2026: the market is shifting again, and early signs show buyers and sellers adjusting in real time. From small decisions that cost buyers big opportunities (yes, even an $80 difference) to the often-misunderstood VA loan, this episode lays out what matters and what’s noise. You’ll also get a straight-up look at Joliet’s latest sales data, a featured listing with an open house, and some blunt truth about why builders are getting overlooked at a time when they might be the key to inventory relief. Packed episode, no fluff — just the insights people actually need. #RealEstate #HousingMarket #GetRealWithEddie #MortgageTalk #50YearMortgage #HomeBuying #HomeSelling #JolietIL #PlainfieldIL #VALoan Chapters00:00 Nancy is back from NAR NXT00:02:40 Housing market is turning a corner in 202600:08:20 Would you let 80 dollars hold you back from buying a home00:13:08 The 50 Year mortgage Pros and cons00:29:45 Joliet, IL sales data00:33:13 The VA LOAN00:43:34 3806 Brenton Drive, Joliet, IL 60431, for sale with an open house00:46:23 Builders are being overlooked