Episodes
198
Latest episode
Aug 2026
Language
EN
Podcast by MBS Highway
Home prices are moving higher again nationally, but the headline doesn’t tell the whole story. Some markets are setting new highs, while others still haven’t recovered from their 2022 peaks. The latest Case-Shiller data reveals just how divided the housing market has become. Scott Brixson breaks down what the numbers are really telling us in the latest On the Highway.
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh emphasized the need for continued progress on inflation but stopped short of committing to a September rate hike. Meanwhile, new home sales slowed in July, home prices continued to build on recent gains, and the latest GDP and unemployment data provided a fresh snapshot of the broader economy.
The latest home price appreciation data highlighted the long-term wealth-building opportunity of homeownership. Also of note, home sales and construction cooled in July, while the Fed’s meeting minutes pointed to the importance of upcoming inflation and jobs data. Here’s what you need to know about how homeownership can build wealth over time, the slowdown in new home construction, another decline in pending home sales, key takeaways from the Fed’s meeting minutes, and the latest pulse check on jobless claims.
Learn how to use MBS Highway’s Debt Consolidation tool to help clients unlock their home equity, lower monthly payments, and potentially shave years off their mortgage, while creating more opportunities in any rate environment.
Inflation delivered some encouraging news, while the housing market continues to send mixed signals. We’ll break down the latest on inflation, existing home sales and home values, plus take a closer look at what consumer spending and unemployment claims are telling us about the economy.
The MBS Highway National Housing Index fell 5 points in August 2026 to 27, with the normal seasonal downturn exacerbated by the highest mortgage rates we’ve seen in more than a year.
Join MBS Highway and a panel of nationally recognized experts in tax strategy, business advisory, and wealth management for an educational webinar on how you can gain referrals from accountants, financial planners, and family offices by helping their clients and yourself mitigate taxes.
The labor market showed more signs of losing momentum in July, with several key reports pointing to softer hiring conditions. From unexpected weakness in the latest jobs data to a slowdown in private sector hiring, the numbers are raising new questions about the direction of the economy. Find out what the latest reports reveal and why they matter.
National home prices may appear stable, but the latest Case-Shiller data reveals a more nuanced story beneath the surface. In this episode of On the Highway, Scott Brixen breaks down what the newest home price numbers really mean, why the national headlines don't tell the whole story, and where the strongest and weakest housing markets are beginning to emerge.
The Fed kept interest rates unchanged as inflation continued to move in the right direction, while the housing market remained resilient with home prices continuing to show strength. Alongside the latest GDP growth and unemployment data, this week's economic updates provide a clearer picture of where the economy stands and what it could mean for mortgage rates, housing, and the broader market.
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