Webcasts
RiskWire is the housing market webcast powered by Veros Real Estate Solutions, co-hosted by Eric Fox, Chief Economist and SVP of Analytics, and Reena Agrawal, Research Economist. The webcast brings data-driven insights into the current happenings in the U.S. housing market.
Webcast List
Episode 32 | February 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “While Mortgage Rates Remain a Concern, Should You Buy a House Now or Wait?”
Deciding whether to buy a house in 2025 depends on various factors, including your financial situation, local market conditions, and future housing trends. Veros’ Economist share their predictions for the housing market in 2025, and they also provide an overview of the factors to help inform your decision: Mortgage Rates, Home Prices, Regional Variations, and Affordability
Determining the right time to buy a house in 2025 depends on your personal financial readiness and local market dynamics. If you have a stable income, sufficient savings for a down payment, and plan to stay in the home long-term, purchasing now could be advantageous. For a more in-depth analysis, watch the full webcast.
Episode 31 | February 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Are Home Prices Expected To Go Down? Experts Weighs In”
What are home prices expected to do in 2025? Will home prices finally go down in 2025? Which markets are expected to be affordable, or will buyers continue to be priced out?
Veros’ Economists provide deep insights into these important questions. They discuss the latest VeroFORECAST outlook report and share their predictions for the housing market in 2025. Learn which markets are projected to be the strongest and weakest, along with what home prices could look like in the coming 12 months.
Episode 30 | December 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Top 5 Housing Market Predictions for 2025”
RiskWire Webcast episode #30 features Veros’ Economists as they discuss their top 5 predictions for the housing market in 2025. Learn how upcoming shifts in mortgage rates, housing supply, and prices are set to affect the market.
Episode 29 | December 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Privatization: What It Could Mean for the Housing Market”
The new administration takes office in less than two months, bringing the potential privatization of Fannie Mae® and Freddie Mac® (GSEs).
Key Insights:
Fannie Mae, founded in 1938, aimed to ensure a steady flow of mortgage funds, while Freddie Mac, established in 1970, expanded the secondary mortgage market.
Advocates for privatizing the GSEs argue they were always intended to operate as private companies. Opponents, however, fear privatization could drive up mortgage rates, reduce affordable housing support, and heighten market volatility.
Episode 28 | November 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “What Will 2025 Bring to the Housing Market?”
How will the 2024 election influence the housing market’s future in 2025?
As 2025 approaches, questions loom about the housing market’s direction under a new administration taking office in January. In this episode, Veros economists explore key macroeconomic trends and their potential impact on home prices and mortgage rates.
Key Insights:
- Fewer Fed rate cuts are expected in 2025 due to inflation concerns tied to the new administration’s policies.
- Mortgage rates are likely to remain elevated, keeping housing affordability stable but challenging.
- While U.S. unemployment is projected to stay low, a softening labor market is anticipated.
- Historical trends since 1977 show that 5 out of 7 new administrations saw rising home prices in their first year, while 2 experienced declines.
Tune in to uncover what these trends could mean for the housing market in the year ahead!
Episode 27 | November 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “U.S. Mortgage Rates Climb Despite Fed Rate Cuts in Late 2024”
Wondering why mortgage rates continue to rise despite the Fed’s recent rate cuts?
Join Veros’ economists as they examine how the Fed’s rate cuts and shifts in the 10-year Treasury yield will impact mortgage rates through 2024 and into early 2025. Gain insights into the economic trends driving these changes and their implications for future mortgage rates.
Episode 26 | October 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Q3 2024 Wrap-Up: Insights on the Housing Market and What’s Ahead.”
Will home prices continue to rise in the next 12 months?
Which housing markets are projected to experience the most depreciation or perform the worst, and which markets are expected to see the highest home price appreciation in the next 12 months?
Get answers from hosts, Reena Agrawal, Research Economist and Eric Fox, Chief Economist, as they unpackage the Q3 2024 housing market forecast data for the next year.
Episode 25 | October 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Great Recession Redux? Not Likely, Says Housing Data.”
How does the 2024 housing market stack up against the Great Recession? Is the US home size trending towards European standards? This episode examines key factors like lending standards, housing supply, and size comparisons to reveal what’s shaping the market.
Episode 24 | September 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “VeroFORECAST for Q2 2024 -Q2 2025”
Although there has been a recent decline in mortgage rates, there has not been the expected increase in activity for both sellers and buyers. The question is, where is this hesitation coming from? Find out more about the current market state in RiskWire’s recent webcast.
Episode 23 | August 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “VeroFORECAST for Q2 2024 -Q2 2025”
Hosts Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, and Eric Fox, Chief Economist discuss whether potential first time home buyers will find an improvement in home affordability in 2024
Episode 22 | August 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “VeroFORECAST for Q2 2024 -Q2 2025”
Hosts Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, and Eric Fox, Chief Economist discuss the housing market forecast for the next 12 months, including the best and worst performing markets.
Episode 21 | June 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Rising Inventory vs. Stubbornly High Prices”
Hosts Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, and Eric Fox, Chief Economist, analyze why house prices remain elevated despite an increase in the number of homes for sale.
Episode 20 | June 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Summer 2024 Housing Market Trends”
Hosts Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, and Eric Fox, Chief Economist, discuss the impact of elevated mortgage rates on housing demand and supply.
Episode 19 | May 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Mortgage Rate Forecast for 2024”
Hosts Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, and Eric Fox, Chief Economist, discuss the current unemployment and inflation readings and their potential impact on the mortgage rate.
Episode 18 | April 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Is It a Good Time To Buy a House?”
Hosts Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, and Eric Fox, Chief Economist, discuss “Is It a Good Time To Buy a House?”
Episode 17 | April 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Inflation, Rates, and the Housing Market”
Hosts Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, and Eric Fox, Chief Economist, discuss inflation and its effect on the current housing market.
Episode 16 | April 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Implications of the NAR Commission Settlement on the Housing Market”
Hosts Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, and Eric Fox, Chief Economist, discuss the implications of the NAR Commission settlement and the potential future of commission structures.
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Episode 15 | March 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Will the Housing Lock-In Effect Continue? ”
Hosts Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, and Eric Fox, Chief Economist, discuss the housing lock-in effect and its implications for the real estate market.
Episode 14 | March 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “2024 Update: Does Historical Redlining Influence Today’s AVM Estimates? ”
Eric Fox, Veros’ Chief Economist, and Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, delves into the intricate dynamics between Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) and historical redlining. In this episode, the economists present findings from their 2024 updated research study, “Does historical redlining influence today’s AVM estimates,” which now includes data from five additional metropolitan areas across the United States: Boston, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Birmingham, and Austin.
Episode 13 | Feb 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Gen Z on Housing Affordability”
Hosted by Reena Agrawal, Veros’ Research Economist, alongside guests Kevin Bui, Business Intelligence Analyst, Jon Flees, Data Scientist, and Jalen Liu, Data Analyst, this episode comprehensively reviews the housing affordability crisis and dives into why it’s been so difficult for Millennials and Gen Z to purchase their dream home.
Episode 12 | Feb 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “The Housing Supply Shortage was Inevitable”
Discover how historical trends, coupled with the retirement of Baby Boomers, were already setting the stage for a diminished housing supply even before the pandemic.
Episode 11 | Jan 2024 | RiskWire Webcast series: “How Millennials Are Navigating Home Affordability”
Uncover the unconventional tactics millennials are using to navigate the real estate market! Together with hosts Eric Fox and Reena Agrawal, RiskWire webcast episode 11 discusses how millennials and younger generations are using innovative strategies for future home purchases.
Episode 10 | Dec 2023 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Demographic Trends in the Housing Market”
This episode focuses on the impact of Baby Boomers, who stand as the predominant homeowners in the country. Learn more about the complex relationship between mortgage rates, the supply and demand of homes and the challenges presented by the substantial portion of mortgage-free properties.
Episode 9 | Dec 2023 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Housing Market in the Tech Hubs”
Uncover the fascinating history of how San Francisco, CA and Austin, TX tech hubs experienced remarkable growth during the early pandemic years, only to face challenges as mortgage rates rose and remote work dynamics shifted.
Episode 8 | Dec 2023 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) and Bias”
Discover how Veros’ research sheds a light on whether AVMs can truly achieve bias-free results, and if there is any impact on AVM results due to historical redlining. Furthermore, uncover how the VeroVALUE AVM can be utilized to meticulously examine and address bias inconsistencies.
Episode 7 | Nov 2023 | RiskWire Webcast series: “The Housing Market: 1970s vs 2023”
Discover the parallels between the housing market of the 1970s and 2023 in RiskWire’s latest webcast episode. Eric Fox, Chief Economist and SVP of Analytics, and Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, will challenge your perception of historical patterns and help you gain insights into mortgage trends, inflation rates and affordability.
Episode 6 | Nov 2023 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Staying Put is the New Downsizing in Today’s Housing Market”
Tune into our latest RiskWire Webcast titled, “Staying Put is the New Downsizing.” Join Veros’ Eric Fox, Chief Economist and SVP of Analytics, and Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, as they explore the changing landscape of retirement decisions. Baby Boomers are increasingly opting to stay in their current homes rather than downsizing, and episode six examines the reasons behind this new popular trend.
Episode 5 | Oct 2023 | RiskWire Webcast series: “Finding Affordability in the Midwest”
Dive into our RiskWire Webcast by watching the latest episode, “Finding Affordability in the Midwest.” In this episode, you will listen to the dynamic duo of Eric Fox, Chief Economist and SVP of Analytics, and Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, as they discuss the ongoing issue of housing affordability in today’s market and unravel what this means for aspiring homeowners.
Episode 4 | Sept 2023 | RiskWire Webcast series: “The Federal Reserve’s Interest Rate Policy”
Eric Fox, Chief Economist and SVP of Analytics, and Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, examine the concerns of investors and policymakers regarding the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy and discuss how the Fed plans to proceed with it.
Episode 3 | Sept 2023 | RiskWire Webcast series: “The Housing Market and Artificial Intelligence”
Reena Agrawal Ph.D., Research Economist, and Jon Flees, Data Scientist, explore artificial intelligence and how this powerful tool affects the housing industry. Discover the potential benefits and opportunities artificial intelligence (AI) has to offer and how this could shape the housing market’s future.
Episode 2 | Aug 2023 | RiskWire Webcast series: “The Federal Reserve’s Interest Rate Policy”
Veros Real Estate Solutions Chief Economist and SVP of Analytics, Eric Fox, along with Research Economist Reena Agrawal, dive into the relationship between the labor market and housing demand. This episode examines the impact of employers on housing demand, providing insight into the intricate connection between employment opportunities and the housing market. Fox and Agrawal shed light on the current dynamics shaping the housing industry through their informative labor market analysis.
Episode 1 | Aug 2023 | RiskWire Webcast series: “What is Going on with Housing Supply?”
Eric Fox, Veros Real Estate Solutions Chief Economist and SVP of Analytics, and Reena Agrawal, Research Economist, discuss the pressing concern of the housing market’s shortage of homes for sale. Discover why potential homeowners across the country are struggling to find their dream homes amidst the current challenges of the market. Gain valuable insights into the driving forces behind this trend and the implications it holds for the future of real estate.
RiskWire Housing Pulse
The RiskWire Housing Pulse aims to offer our readers a comprehensive understanding of the housing market, through discussions with a diverse range of real estate industry professionals. These experts will provide valuable insights, including real-time market trends, regional market conditions, and practical advice for homeowners, buyers, and sellers. Beyond data-driven analysis, we believe firsthand accounts from professionals like real estate agents will offer unique perspectives and valuable anecdotal evidence.
RiskWire Housing Pulse List
Episode 04 | February 2025 | RiskWire Housing Pulse series: “Decoding the 2025 Miami Housing Market with Sep Niakan”
Exclusive Interview with Sep Niakan, Owner/Broker of Blackbook Properties, a boutique luxury real estate brokerage serving the Greater Downtown Miami area and the Miami Beaches. Join Veros’ Economists and a Miami Florida Real Estate Broker as they dive into the current state of the housing market in one of the most sought-after destinations in the U.S.
Resources:
Connect with Seth Niakan at CondoBlackbook.com, by Blackbook Properties
Episode 03 | September 2024 | RiskWire Housing Pulse series: “Is Austin a Buyer’s or Seller’s Market?”
Exclusive Interview with Austin Real Estate Professional, Patrick Birdsong, BIRDHOME Real Estate Consultants
Resources:
Connect with Patrick Birdsong at BirdHomeRealEstate.com
Episode 01 | August 2024 | RiskWire Housing Pulse series: “Is the Phoenix/Scottsdale Market Cooling Off?”
Karen and Kari Picarello, local real estate experts in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area, share their insights on current housing market trends, predictions for the next six months, and valuable tips for homebuyers.
Resources:
Connect with Karen and Kari Picarello, RE/MAX Fine Properties, visit ArizonaWebHomes.com
Episode 02 | August 2024 | RiskWire Housing Pulse series: “NAR Settlement: What Consumers Need to Know”
Exclusive Interview with Phoenix and Scottsdale Metro Real Estate Professionals, Karen and Kari Picarello, RE/MAX Fine Properties.
The recent settlement in the National Association of Realtors (NAR) antitrust lawsuit will significantly change how real estate agents are compensated. Find insights into the key changes, including the end of buyer agent compensation through the MLS and the potential impacts on seller costs, buyer agent fees, and market dynamics.
Resources:
Connect with Karen and Kari Picarello, RE/MAX Fine Properties, visit ArizonaWebHomes.com