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EPISODE · May 31, 2025 · 14 MIN

The Converging Factors Creating a Perfect Storm For Mortgage Rates

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Are you waiting on the sidelines for interest rates to drop before making your next real estate investment? In this episode, Matt Myre breaks down the "perfect storm" of economic forces—from failed Treasury auctions to massive deficit spending to potential Fannie Mae privatization—that could keep borrowing costs elevated much longer than expected. He reveals why the "wait and see" approach is costing investors opportunities and shares actionable strategies for adapting to today's higher-rate environment, including alternative financing options, adjusted underwriting standards, and why focusing on cash flow over appreciation is more critical than ever. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, this episode will help you stop waiting for perfect conditions and start building wealth with the market conditions you have right now. Subscribe to the BiggerPockets Channel for the best real estate investing education online! Become a member of the BiggerPockets community of real estate investors - https://www.biggerpockets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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