Fed Rate Cut Prediction? September Jobs Report Shakes the Market | Nov 24 Market Trends

Welcome to the November 24th Market Trends Edition of the People Not Titles Podcast, hosted by Steve Kaempf and Matt Lombardi.

In today’s episode, we break down the latest economic data, real estate trends, policy updates, and local market movements shaping the Chicago area and the national housing landscape.

Fed Rate Cut Prediction? September Jobs Report Shakes the Market | Nov 24 Market Trends

This episode covers:
• The September jobs report (delayed due to the government shutdown)
• Federal Reserve interest rate expectations heading into the December meeting
• NAR’s financial snapshot, membership trends, and budget allocations
• Cook County’s newly launched Price Tracker tool
• Mortgage rate trends and forecasting
• Compass vs. Zillow legal developments
• Chicago & Wisconsin market updates
• U.S. home sales, rental trends, and buyer demographics
• Plus — Chicago Bears highlights & Thanksgiving reflections

Stay informed and ahead of the market with in-depth analysis, expert commentary, and impactful insights tailored for real estate professionals, brokers, investors, buyers, and sellers.

Episode Chapters

00:00:01 — Introduction and Comprehensive Episode Overview
00:01:44 — Analysis of the September Jobs Report & Federal Reserve Predictions
00:04:24 — Impact of the Government Shutdown & Missing Economic Data
00:05:14 — Real Estate Market Implications & Mortgage Rate Forecasts
00:06:15 — NAR Financial Overview & Annual Meeting Highlights
00:10:22 — NAR Budget Structure, Dues, and Lobbying Allocations
00:11:26 — NAR Membership Retention, Trends & Future Projections
00:13:08 — Launch of Cook County’s Property Price Tracker
00:14:35 — User Experience & Comparison of the Cook County Tool
00:18:44 — Compass vs. Zillow Injunction Hearing Update
00:22:54 — Mortgage Rate Snapshot (30-Year & 15-Year Fixed)
00:23:58 — U.S. Existing Home Sales, Pricing & Buyer Segments
00:27:10 — Rental Market Trends & Major City Comparisons
00:28:21 — Chicago Metro Area: Sales, Prices & Inventory Overview
00:29:32 — Wisconsin Market Update: Sales, Listings & Pricing
00:30:23 — Reminder: Cook County Property Tax Bills & Deadlines
00:30:41 — Recap: Andrew Holmes Cash Flow Conference
00:32:08 — Chicago Bears Update & Week Highlights
00:33:53 — Thanksgiving Message & Closing Reflections
00:34:36 — Sponsor Acknowledgment & Call-to-Action

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