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August 27, 2025 51 mins

Step right up and enter the Great American Financial Circus! In this eye-opening episode, hosts Manley Haines and Anthony Valentino pull back the curtain on the high-stakes game involving the Federal Reserve, Wall Street, and YOU—the homebuyer. Discover the hidden truths about privatizing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the implications of the end of Quantitative Easing, the real impact of tariffs on your wallet, and whether American manufacturing can rescue our housing market.

🎯 Key Takeaways:

  • ⚠️ Privatization Pitfalls: What happens when Wall Street controls Fannie & Freddie?
  • 💸 QE vs. QT: How Quantitative Tightening affects your mortgage rates.
  • 🌎 Tariff Troubles: Why global trade decisions raise your home prices.
  • 🏠 Mortgage Masterclass: Rapid-fire buzzwords you MUST understand (Pre-Qual vs. Pre-Approval, PowerBid, PMI, and more!).

Join Manley and Anthony as they cut through Wall Street’s noise, equipping you with crucial insights to confidently navigate today’s mortgage landscape. Whether you're a first-time buyer, seasoned homeowner, or savvy investor, this episode is your safety net. In this episode, Anthony and Manley cover the basics of a mortgage, explaining the process and what homeowners should know. They offer valuable homeownership tips and answer questions about mortgages, helping first time homebuyers navigate the process. They also share insights into the mortgage interest rate and what it means for potential homeowners.

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