Episode 1981
Coming up Saturday on Around the House Show!
Get ready, folks! This Saturday, we’re diving headfirst into the heart of the housing crisis and exploring why our dreams of owning a cozy castle are slipping through our fingers like sand. We’ll unravel the tangled web of rising housing costs and what we can do to tackle this beast. Spoiler alert: it’s not all doom and gloom, but we’ve got to talk about mortgage rates that are currently playing a game of limbo – how low can they go? In the second hour, I’m rolling out some killer kitchen and bath design tips from my treasure trove of 35 years as a certified kitchen designer. Trust me, whether you’re thinking of a simple refresh or a full-blown remodel, you won’t want to miss this! So, grab your headphones and join us for a rollercoaster of insights and laughs on Around the House!
This Saturday on Around the House, we’re diving headfirst into the housing crisis that’s got everyone buzzing. So, why has the price of housing skyrocketed? We’ll dissect the dizzying numbers, from mortgage rates hovering around 6.78% to the potential shifts the Fed might make depending on the state of the economy. Are we on the brink of a housing crash in 2025? We’ll weigh the evidence and speculate a bit (with our crystal ball, of course) on whether to brace for impact or to keep our feet firmly planted on the ground. Get ready for some eye-opening insights and practical tips on what we can actually do to navigate these turbulent waters. So grab your comfy chair, maybe a snack, and let’s get into the nitty-gritty of our current housing landscape!
In the second hour, we’re switching gears to something a tad more tangible—kitchen and bath design! With over 35 years of experience under his belt, Eric G. is your go-to guru for all things cabinetry. You know that feeling when your kitchen just isn’t quite right? Well, Eric’s here to spill the beans on how to avoid the common pitfalls that lead to design disasters. He’ll share his expert tips on what to look for when choosing cabinetry, and trust me, there’s a lot more to it than just picking a color. And spoiler alert: most of those problems you see? They’re not coming from the big box stores, but from those *air quotes* custom shops in your neighborhood. Buckle up, because we’re about to make your kitchen dreams come true!
Takeaways:
- This weekend, we're diving deep into the housing crisis—it's not just a buzzword!
- Eric G. shares kitchen design secrets from 35 years of experience; you're gonna want to take notes!
- Are we heading for a housing crash in 2025? We spill the tea on that juicy topic!
- Mortgage rates are like a rollercoaster ride; we’ll break down the latest twists and turns!
- Find out why most cabinetry issues stem from local custom shops, not the big guys!
- Join us for savvy home improvement advice that might just save you a bundle!
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Transcript
Here is what is coming up on Saturday's episodes of around the House with Eric G.
Speaker A:Make sure you are subscribed to the podcast on your favorite podcast player.
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Speaker A:In the first hour of the around the House national radio show and podcast, Eric G.
Speaker A:Takes a look at our housing crisis and explores the reasons why housing has become so expensive and what we can do about it.
Speaker B: aving a housing crash here in: Speaker B:Let's talk about some of the issues that we have right now.
Speaker B:As of today.
Speaker B:Last time I looked, mortgage rates were about 6.78%.
Speaker B:And as we know, when the Fed meets, these are things that can always change.
Speaker B:And depending on where the economy is, if it's growing too fast, they're going to raise those rates.
Speaker B:If they think we're going into a recession, they're going to lower those rates.
Speaker B:But really, mortgage rates this week at the time of we're recording right now, they're slightly down a little bit.
Speaker B:But really we're just waiting to see how the Fed.
Speaker A:Coming up.
Speaker A:In this week's second hour of the show, Eric G.
Speaker A:Shares kitchen and bath design tips, using his 35 years as a certified kitchen designer with the National Kitchen and Bath association and the thousands of projects he has designed in his career.
Speaker B:Now I am a group expert over on Facebook on a group called Ask a Cabinet Maker.
Speaker B:If I go through and take a look at the issues that I see with cabinetry, when people come on and go, I've got a huge problem.
Speaker B:95% of the time it is not from a big box retailer.
Speaker B:It is not from a large cabinet maker.
Speaker B:It is from Air Quotes, a small custom shop in their neighborhood.
Speaker B:Now, you've heard me say this before if you're a regular listener, but custom?
Speaker B:That word in cabinetry means nothing other than they're building it for your project.
Speaker A:All that and more on Saturday's around the House show with Eric G.
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