Will Political Pressure on the Fed Impact Real Estate Affordability?
Sep 14, 2025 4:01 pm
Hi ,
As you already know about the political situation and foreignrelationships in the USA, things feel uncertain—and with uncertainty comes opportunity.
Right now, interest rates remain high, tariffs are making headlines, AI is reshaping industries, and many homeowners are waiting on the sidelines, hoping for lower rates before they make a move.
But here’s what’s new and important: mortgage rates have started dropping—slowly for now, but experts expect a steady downward trend.
History teaches us something powerful: uncertain times often create the best opportunities.
According to the Texas Real Estate Research Center, growing political pressure on the Federal Reserve could lead to:
- Higher long-term mortgage rates if the Fed keeps rates lower in the short term, fueling inflation.
- Shrinking affordability as borrowing costs climb and demand grows for real assets like property—seen as natural inflation hedges.
- Tighter housing supply, which could push prices higher as more buyers rush in later.
That’s why the smartest move right now may be to buy and secure real estate before the crowd realizes it.
Acting today means locking in today’s prices and getting ahead of rising competition—while taking advantage of mortgage rates that are already beginning to ease.
If you’d like, I can share local insights on rates, inventory, and opportunities to help you make an informed decision.
Book a quick call with me today.
Warmly,
Sonal Shah