Episode 1: Consumer Sentiment

A.D. and Amanda explore consumer sentiment and what today’s housing market feels like for real people trying to make real decisions. In this kickoff episode of Blue Sofa, they unpack why so many buyers feel discouraged, what’s changed since the post-COVID market boom, and why low confidence doesn’t mean no one is buying.From rising home prices and high interest rates to student loans, credit card debt, and the emotional weight of taking on a mortgage, Amanda and A.D. break down what’s really shaping buyer behavior right now. They also reflect on how today’s market compares to past periods of low housing confidence, and why the client experience deserves more attention in real estate conversations.Plus, Amanda shares a real client story about a couple who spent years waiting for the market to shift, only to realize that clarity, strategy, and the right guidance mattered more than trying to time everything perfectly.This episode is a candid look at the market through the eyes of agents who are living it every day—and through the stories of the people trying to find their way through it.Prefer to watch instead of listen? Catch the full Blue Sofa episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwdcD8dRjgC9qgSEbdzzD8ZHAMwqbK4Ju