Powell Vs Trump

Welcome back, Dreammakers! Our first episode of 2026 dives into some jaw-dropping headlines: criminal indictments at the Fed, rumors of fraud, and what all this means for mortgage rates and the housing market. Plus, we break down Trump’s $200B mortgage bond buy request and why the Fed’s independence matters more than ever.

In this episode:
– Optimism for the mortgage industry this year
– DOJ investigations into Fed Chair Powell
– Why Fed independence is critical for market stability
– Trump’s $200B mortgage bond buy—what it means for rates
– The “lock-in effect” fading: homeowners making moves in 2026

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