State of the Market: Six Key Factors Driving Real Estate (May 2025)
In our first-ever State of the Market episode, we break down the economic forces driving real estate in 2025 that your clients expect you to understand. We're demystifying everything from bond market seesaw dynamics to how trade policy affects local housing demand – all without requiring an economics degree. Whether you're preparing for your next listing presentation or simply want to sound smarter in client conversations, this episode gives you the market insights you need without the overwhelming complexity.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Economic factors every agent should monitor
08:25 - How interest rates and bond markets actually work
16:40 - Inflation's impact on purchasing power and decision-making
23:45 - Housing supply-demand metrics you should track monthly
31:20 - Stock market volatility's surprising effect on real estate
38:50 - Trade policy's ripple effect on local housing markets