The Federal Reserve is meeting next week, and on Wednesday, they'll announce their plans for the economy. Everyone is hoping they'll: Cut interest rates and end Quantitative Tightening. "QT" is a fancy way of saying they'll stop pulling money out of the economy, which helps keep rates low.

If the Fed does what investors expect, and sounds extra positive (they call this "dovish" in financial talk) about the economy during their press conference, then we could see mortgage rates hit multi-year lows.

This episode of Hornets Nest reveals a major shift in the Charlotte housing market: over half of all homes are now selling below asking price, ending the era of intense bidding wars. Host Richard Samko breaks down the zig-zagging data, noting a surprising divide.

The episode concludes with a deep dive into the rise of new, high-tech, and energy-efficient construction across the metro area, and how buyers can leverage creative builder incentives to make a move despite current interest rates.

Why? Because Your House Isn’t Bubble-Wrapped!

Shut down, cheer up and let's dive into the market drama.

The way we buy and sell homes is undergoing profound transformation.