
← Let's Talk Housing16 Sept · 27 min
Let's Talk Housing Episode 83: How Much More Can Housing Take?
<p>Mortgage rates have climbed above 7%, putting renewed pressure on buyers, sellers, and the broader housing market. Steven Thomas and Brennen Thomas examine the rent-versus-buy debate, housing crash predictions, and whether today’s market is becoming increasingly K-shaped. The episode also breaks down why condos and townhomes are struggling more than detached homes and what higher rates could mean heading into 2027.</p><p><br></p><p>Got questions? Drop them in the comments or email us at brennen@reportsonhousing.com for a chance to have them featured in a future episode!</p><p><br></p><p>Time Stamps:</p><p>00:00-Introduction</p><p>02:16-Housing Supply, Demand, and the Autumn Market</p><p>04:19-Why Mortgage Rates Hit 7%</p><p>07:40-What 7% Rates Mean for Housing</p><p>10:15-Renting vs. Buying and the Break-Even Point</p><p>14:58-Is the Next Housing Crash Closing In?</p><p>20:22-Is Housing Becoming K-Shaped?</p><p>22:02-Why the Condo Market Is Struggling</p><p>25:53-Final Thoughts</p>