S11 Ep 9 - 2026 Housing Market Update: Interest Rates, Inventory & Buyer Strategies

If you’ve ever said, “I’m not ready,” “I don’t qualify,” or “I can’t afford it” this episode is for you. You don’t know what’s possible until you ask.In this powerful episode of The 411 Live, host Beverly Taylor brings together two trusted housing experts to break down the real truth about today’s housing market and dismantle the myths keeping people from pursuing homeownership.Chris Stanley, Loan Officer at Fairway Independent Mortgage, and Princess Jones, Real Estate Advisor, Coach & Sales Manager at eXp Realty, share insider knowledge on credit scores, down payment myths, 100% financing programs, market conditions, equity, generational wealth, and why simply having a conversation can change everything.This episode is especially powerful for first-time buyers, renters, underrepresented communities, and anyone who believes owning a home is “out of reach.” Key TakeawaysYou do not need perfect credit or 20% down to buy a home100% financing programs do existMarket conditions have shifted and strategy matters more than everHomeownership builds equity, stability, and generational wealthTalking to a lender or realtor does not mean you’re buying tomorrowLocal lenders + strong realtor partnerships = stronger offers Click Here to Donate: https://the411live.org/donate All contributions made to The 411 Live is tax deductible to the extent permissible by law. Subscribe to our podcast so you can get alerts on upcoming podcasts and for more conversations that inform, empower, and move our communities forward. Follow, like, subscribe and watch us on our social media platforms. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The411Live Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The411Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/The411Live Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the411live Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-411-live/id1447716009iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-411-live-52465336/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ll7a69BSjY9UwfGRmRvsk?si=d7a1c00c5fa8474aAudible: https://www.amazon.com/The-411-Live/dp/B08K57VCNT Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-411-live/PC:28529If you have suggestions for future episodes, go to our website, https://the411live.org