Zillows Purge & the number of Homeowners Decrease! Yikes!

This week on tWiRE Podcast (Episode 332) we're covering the biggest headlines shaking up the housing market, mortgage trends, and real estate industry power moves. From Zillow's copyright war with CoStar to Dave Ramsey calling out "morons" in the influencer world, this episode dives deep into what agents, buyers, and investors need to know right now. 🔑 Key Topics This Week: Zillow vs. CoStar: Zillow is pulling copyrighted photos ahead of a September deadline—what this means for listings and portals. Zillow + BHHS Partnership: Berkshire Hathaway agents now get premium Zillow Showcase access. Dave Ramsey Sounds Off: Why he says some influencer advice is a red flag. Compass Goes Legal: Hires former NAR attorney as lawsuits heat up. Keller Williams Rebrand: Can KW really become the "Nike of real estate"? Homeownership Flatlines: For the first time in nearly a decade, the U.S. homeowner population isn't growing. Buyer Power Shift: Where buyers finally have leverage in 2025. Mortgage Rate Relief: Rates fall to their lowest in nearly a year, boosting affordability—but does it bring demand? Market Value Shifts: U.S. housing added $20T in 5 years, but some markets lost $233B since 2024. Investor Pullback: Investor purchases fall 6%—biggest drop since 2023. 📊 Why It Matters Agents: Lawsuits, partnerships, and branding wars are reshaping the industry. Buyers: Lower rates improve purchasing power, but inventory and affordability remain the choke points. Sellers: Even with $20T in added value, regional slowdowns are hitting home prices. Investors: Retreating activity could create openings—or signal deeper risk. 👉 Don't just read the headlines—get the story behind them.