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James, here is the link to Online Course Learning, Angie Crippen. Use the money from the sale of the office furniture and pay you online course learning 20 hour NMLS Training and pay for your state licensing. Maybe we can meet later next week once you got the furniture picked up.
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Now, I’ll go over the latest 2026 housing forecast and inventory predictions. After looking at recent projections from real estate economists and organizations, here’s what they expect for the 2026 housing market.
Mortgage Rates
Experts predict that mortgage rates will decrease slightly but remain above 6%. NAR expects rates between 6% and 6.7% in 2025. Fannie Mae anticipates 30-year fixed rates at approximately 6.2% in early 2026, declining to 5.9% by year-end. The Mortgage Bankers Association expects rates to stay near 6.4% throughout 2026.
Most agencies agree that rates will likely decrease, but remain above 6%. These rates will be higher than during the pandemic and will drop more slowly than they have in the past two years.
Home Prices
Overall, home prices are expected to grow modestly, with no major declines, though some regions may be exceptions. NAR predicts a 4% increase in median home values nationwide in 2026. However, some areas may experience lower or even negative growth, depending on local economic factors.
- Zillow forecasts home values will grow by 0.4%.
- Redfin predicts home values will grow by 1%.
- Realtor.com expects home values to grow by 2.2%.
Home prices are expected to fall in 22 of the 100 largest U.S. cities. Most of these cities are in the Southeast, the West, and Southwest Florida, where the housing market is weakest. Other regions may see modest growth or stable prices. Lawrence Yun, NAR Chief Economist, said, “Home prices nationwide have been declining nowhere in sight,” explaining sellers withdraw listings rather than cut prices significantly.
Inventory
Inventory is improving and returning to pre-COVID-2020 levels, possibly by the 2026 spring selling season. Realtor.com forecasts an 8.9% increase in existing home inventory and a 3.1% rise in new, single-family homes.
Inventory is now returning to normal levels, unlike the shortage experienced from 2020 to 2024. Sellers have less power than they did during the pandemic, and buyers have more choices.
Home Sales
Forecasts indicate that home sales values are expected to rise, albeit at varying rates.
- NAR expects a 14% national increase in existing home sales for 2026.
- Redfin predicts existing home sales will increase by 3%.
- Zillow expects existing home sales to rise by 4.3%, reaching just under 4.3 million. 2026 is expected to be a reset year rather than a rebound. Economists predict a slow recovery. Home sales are expected to rise gradually, and prices will only normalize if homes become more affordable. Home prices are expected to grow faster in the Midwest, the Northwest, and in areas with strong tech industries, such as San Jose and San Francisco. In contrast, the Southeast (including Florida and Texas) and parts of the Northwest (like Seattle and Portland) may see slower growth or even price declines. lines could occur.
- For buyers, 2024 and 2025 are likely to be easier, with more homes for sale and slightly lower interest rates. However, affordability will still be a challenge.
- For sellers, it’s important to price homes to sell. Listings that sit on the market for too long will require significant price cuts to attract buyers.
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Kash Patel served as the head of the FBI for many years, facing scandals and lawsuits. The first allegation against Patel was that he removed FBI agents due to politically motivated reasons. The agents that he fired were those who had worked on investigations involving Donald Trump.
Key Allegations
- Former senior FBI officials have filed wrongful termination suits, claiming that Patel was compelled by the Trump White House to remove any Trump-related litigants.
- Patel’s former colleagues claim he stated, “the FBI tried to imprison the president, and he hasn’t forgotten that”.
- At the same time, he was bound to fire people to protect his job.
- Court documents and whistleblower claims state that Patel committed Senate confirmation fraud when he stated he did not have operational knowledge of any under-the-table retaliation, despite clear testimony from numerous whistleblowers and his retention of control, which included countermanding the retention of career FBI officials during and after his installation in the office.
- Defendants in the lawsuit claim that their termination was purely political, was conducted without due process, and infringed upon their First Amendment rights.
- They are requesting that their firing be deemed unlawful, that they receive a formal apology, and that their damages resulting from their continuous employment be restored.
Tenure Timeline and Controversy
- Headed Defendants to the Patel nomination for FBI Director on 2025-01-01.
- The White House issued the Patel nomination to the FBI Director on January 1, 2025.
- Expected Controversies: Confirmation and Discharge for his obligations as a confirmed official in his office.
- Although he is under oath and denies this claim, these individuals, along with the FBI’s internal documents and several senators, all believe that he worked with outsiders to manipulate the agency’s staffing decisions.
- Following his confirmation, the firings of FBI personnel linked to Trump-related cases generated significant controversy and staff discontent, prompting the agency’s employees to speak out, with current and retired staff criticizing the agency.
- This led to senators opening investigations and filing lawsuits against the agency.
His leadership of the agency, along with Mystery’s involvement in the ongoing politics, appears to reveal documents that highlight significant friction with other top officials, suggesting that many people believe his position is unstable.
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What do you folks think about the newly elected New York City Mayor Zohran Mandami?
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Thank you, Angela, for helping James Strebel. I have known James for many years and advise him to get his NMLS license and become a NMLS licensed loan officer. Jimmy is a man of many talents and I think he will do great. Thanks again, Angela. I think Marga has been talking to Jacob at On Course Learning. I have completed all of my annual CE course and I think five states needed my fingerprints which I got them completed last week. Again, thank you for all you do for us, Angie. Talk to you soon.
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Something just exploded inside Turning Point USA — and this time, it’s coming from inside the circle.
Micky McCoy’s wife has allegedly leaked shocking messages that could expose what really happened before the Charlie Kirk incident — and the internet is losing it. From secret group chats to chilling voice notes, these new leaks suggest Erika Kirk and TPUSA’s top staff might have known something big before it all went down.
In this video, we break down every detail — the footage, the timestamps, the contradictions, and the eerie phrase that’s got everyone asking: “Erica already knows?” Was this chaos… or choreography?
What Micky McCoy’s wife allegedly leaked — and why she vanished onlineThe suspicious timeline that doesn’t add upWhy Erica Kirk’s speech raised more questions than answersHow TPUSA’s “crisis control” may have accidentally confirmed the cover-upThis isn’t gossip — it’s the story they don’t want told.👇 Watch till the end before it disappears.https://youtu.be/L01zCpO87lc?si=FA6TMuZsOGvRBPKR -
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Please take a look at this guide about GCA Mortgage Forums FAQs
Here is a complete rewrite of the information in a text-based format with strong headings.
What is GCA Mortgage Forums?
GCA Mortgage Forums is a comprehensive online community and information resource center that focuses on topics related to mortgage lending, real estate, and personal finance. It operates as a wholly-owned company under Gustan Cho Associates, which is a dba of NEXA Mortgage, LLC. The platform’s primary mission is to create a national network where consumers, homebuyers, investors, and industry professionals can connect, share knowledge, and find reliable answers to their questions.
Membership and Registration
Who Can Join the Community?
The forum is designed to be inclusive and serves a wide range of individuals. This includes consumers, home buyers, real estate investors, loan officers, real estate agents, attorneys, and other business owners with an interest in the core topics of the site.
How to Become a Member
Becoming a member involves a simple registration process:
1. Visit the official GCA Mortgage Forums website.
2. Locate and click the “Register” or “Sign Up” button.
3. Fill out the required information on the registration form.
4. Submit your application, which is then subject to review and approval by a senior member of the forum. Basic membership is offered free of charge.
Key Features and Member Benefits
Upon successful registration, members gain access to a variety of features designed to educate and facilitate networking:
Public Discussions and Expert Insights
Members can participate in vibrant public discussions by posting new questions, replying to existing threads, and engaging directly with other community members and industry experts. The platform often features content moderated by professionals to ensure accuracy.
Business Directory and Classified Ads
The forum provides a Business Directory and a section for Classified Ads. This is a valuable tool for members looking to find or advertise trusted local services, which is especially useful for those relocating to a new city.
Educational Blogs and Practical Tools
The site hosts expert blogs on relevant topics and offers a suite of practical financial tools. These include mortgage calculators and debt-to-income ratio calculators to aid in personal financial planning and home-buying decisions.
Connection to Gustan Cho Associates Mortgage
The Mortgage Lending Division
A significant part of the community is the GCA Mortgage Forums Mortgage Group. This group is a licensed mortgage broker and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gustan Cho Associates. It operates under the NEXA Mortgage, LLC license (NMLS ID 2315275) and is licensed in 48 states. This division positions itself as a specialist for borrowers who may have complex financial situations or who have had difficulty securing loans through traditional lenders due to strict overlays.
Getting Further Assistance
For more detailed information or if you encounter any technical issues, you have two primary options:
· Explore the Website: The most current and detailed FAQs and discussions are housed directly on the GCA Mortgage Forums website.
· Contact Support: You can reach out to the support team for general or technical inquiries by emailing support@gcaforums.com.
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Hey! Great to hear from you again – I totally understand the need to be careful with work communications when you’re on camera/recorded. No worries at all about the delayed response.I really appreciate you reaching out and your interest in joining us! I completely respect that UBREAKIFIX is your priority, and I think a part-time arrangement could work well for both of us.Regarding pay rate – it really depends on the specific role and responsibilities we’d be looking at. Since we had talked about social media previously, rates for that type of work can vary based on factors like:- Hours per week you’d be available- Specific tasks (content creation, community management, analytics, etc.)- Your experience level- Whether it includes any specialized skills (video editing, graphic design, etc.)Would you be open to a quick call or meeting when you’re off the clock to discuss this in more detail? That way we can talk through exactly what the role would look like and come up with a compensation structure that makes sense for the work involved and your availability.Just let me know what works best for you – happy to work around your UBREAKIFIX schedule!Looking forward to chatting,
Gustan Cho NMLS 873293
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Jimmy, post any questions you have. Lets get you polished up to pass the NMLS exam so hopefully starting the new year you can get the ground running with your new career.
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