In this episode of 62 Who Knew, host Michael Banner welcomes back Shadd Boucher, Managing Partner of RE/MAX Alliance, for a candid conversation about today’s housing market and the long-term impact of the “COVID burn.” Together, they unpack why affordability—not interest rates—is the real barrier for buyers, how pent-up demand is building beneath the surface, and why education is now the most valuable tool for agents and consumers alike.

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00:00 Introduction and Background of Shadd Boucher

03:24 Current Real Estate Market Dynamics

09:26 The Impact of Interest Rates on Home Buying

11:19 Innovative Down Payment Assistance Programs

17:10 The Role of Realtors in Today's Market

22:50 The Importance of Home Ownership

28:20 Future Trends in Real Estate and Home Buying

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