Market Trends - March 16 2026 Spring Market Surge: Re-Listings and Buyer Activity in a Tight Inventory Landscape

In this Market Trends edition of the "People Not Titles" podcast, Steve Kaempf and Matt Lombardi analyze February’s national real estate data, highlighting improved housing affordability, rising existing home sales, and ongoing inventory shortages. They discuss the Senate’s new 21st Century Road to Housing Act, designed to boost housing supply and affordability, and explore trends like the resurgence of adjustable-rate mortgages and the rise of private listing networks. The episode also covers regional market differences, first-time homebuyer activity, and institutional investment concerns, while previewing upcoming interviews and local events.00:00:00 Episode Introduction00:00:46 Weather and Location Banter00:02:00 February National Housing Statistics00:04:12 Drivers of Housing Affordability00:05:01 Inventory and Home Prices00:05:54 Property Type and Regional Breakdown00:06:33 First-Time Buyers and Investor Activity00:07:38 Market Outlook and Inventory Challenges00:08:38 Senate Passes 21st Century Road to Housing Act00:10:08 Key Goals of the Housing Bill00:11:45 Concerns and Criticisms of the Bill00:12:55 Build-to-Rent Debate00:15:17 Industry Response and Bipartisan Support00:15:57 Zillow Agent Sentiment Survey00:17:29 Buyer vs. Seller Market Dynamics00:19:16 Market Outlook and Advice for Buyers00:20:10 Adjustable Rate Mortgages (ARMs) Comeback00:20:50 How ARMs Work and Their Risks00:24:39 Who Uses ARMs and Market Data00:27:17 Advice on Considering ARMs00:28:06 Howard Hanna Launches Hana List00:28:45 Private Listing Networks and MLS Trends00:32:39 Compass Profitability Clarification00:35:43 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Content