# Interest Rates, Supply Shortages, and What Buyers Need to Know in 2026

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Podcast: [Real Estate Jerky](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-estate-jerky-7106350)
Published: 2026-04-06T13:51:00+00:00
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Get the latest insight into real estate, housing trends, and community issues each week with hosts Ed Parcaut, MBA veteran and president of Lending for Living, and Mike Kelly, RE/MAX executive realtor. Broadcasting from Modesto, Ed and Mike break down national and local housing data, market shifts, and the real-life challenges facing buyers and sellers in California and beyond. In each episode, you'll hear: Honest analysis of nationwide inventory and mortgage rates Straight talk about home prices, affordability, and what's really happening in the market Tips for buyers and sellers, from pricing strategies to choosing the right real estate agent Discussion of new laws, trends like build-to-rent communities, and boomer housing dominance Real stories, practical advice, and a dose of humor Whether you're a homeowner, investor, or just real estate curious, tune in for real conversations that cut through the noise and give you something to chew on. Subscribe for episodes every Saturday at noon and Sundays at 3pm! Contact and Social Links: 🔗 **Follow us:** - **Facebook:** [Real Estate Jerky](https://facebook.com/RealEstateJerky) - **Instagram:** [@RealEstateJerky](https://instagram.com/RealEstateJerky) - **Website:** [Real Estate Jerky](https://realestatejerky.com) 🔗 Ed Parcaut: www.edparcaut.com - Twitter: [@EdParcaut](https://twitter.com/EdParcaut) - LinkedIn: [Ed Parcaut]( https://www.linkedin.com/in/edparcaut) #RealEstateJerky #EdParcaut #MikeKelly #RealEstatePodcast #ModestoRealEstate #CaliforniaHousing #HousingMarket #MortgageAdvice #HomeBuying #HomeSelling #StanislausCounty #InventoryUpdate #RealEstateNews #MarketTrends #PodcastLife #iHeartMedia #LendingForLiving #ReMax #MortgageRates #HomeOwnership Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/r…

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