The Blue Button Broadcast
Welcome to the Blue Button Broadcast, powered by Accunet Mortgage.It is our mission to help you host the holidays at your new house.On this feed you'll hear from the Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show, the Accunet Ambassadors show highlighting special guests, and more.Accunet Mortgage is an equal housing lender. NMLS ID 255368.Ready to find out if you're ready to buy? Get started by clicking on the Blue Button at www.accunet.com!
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Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 1-18-26
<p>Join Brian and David Wickert for another information-packed edition of the Accunet Mortgage and Realty Show as they explore the surprising reality of Wisconsin’s red-hot real estate markets. Kenosha takes the #1 spot nationally for hottest market, with multiple Wisconsin cities dominating the top 20 - but what’s really driving all that online traffic?<br/><br/>The team dives deep into the hidden credit score killers that can derail your refinance dreams. From mysterious collections to seemingly innocent store credit cards, discover how a single late payment can haunt your borrowing power for years. Learn the negotiation tactics that migh...
Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 1-10-26
<p>The mortgage market got a jolt this week as President Trump announced plans to direct Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities. Brian and David discuss what this means for borrowers and why the impact might play out differently across various real estate markets—potentially sparking bidding wars in competitive areas like Milwaukee while improving affordability in softer markets.<br/><br/>The team reveals Milwaukee’s 2025 housing numbers: sales up 1.7%, median prices climbing 6.1% to $355,000, and realtor.com projecting another 7% increase in 2026. Despite slightly more inventory, southeastern Wisconsin remains a hot seller’s market with strong buyer...
Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 1-3-26
<p># Milwaukee Housing Market Heats Up: Top 10 Nationally for 2026<br/><br/>Brian and David Wickert kick off 2026 with exciting news: Milwaukee metro area ranks #8 among the nation’s hottest housing markets according to Realtor.com. The four-county region is projected to see a 7% median price increase, pushing homes toward $391,000 by year’s end—great news for current homeowners, but a reminder that prices aren’t dropping anytime soon.<br/><br/>Even more impressive? Six Wisconsin markets landed in November’s top 20 hottest markets nationwide, with Kenosha claiming the #2 spot. These rankings reflect both high buyer interest and quick sales velocity, with Milwa...
Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 12-21-25
<p>**Navigating Income Verification, New Construction Challenges, and Holiday Market Dynamics**<br/><br/>Join Brian and David Wickert as they break down a week of economic data that left mortgage rates surprisingly stable. Despite positive jobs reports and encouraging inflation numbers, rates held steady—proving that today’s market has already arrived at 2026’s forecasted levels.<br/><br/>The conversation dives deep into the critical details of income verification that can make or break a home purchase. From medical professionals changing to part-time schedules to the difference between “full-time” and “consistent” income, the Wickerts share real stories of deals saved and deals lost...
Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 12-7-25
<p><b>The Accunet Mortgage and Realty Show – December 7, 2025 Episode</b></p><p>Join Brian Wickert and David Wickert as they break down what homebuyers and homeowners need to know heading into the Fed's December meeting. With predictions pointing toward another quarter-point cut, the Wickerts explain why waiting for the Fed to act has historically been the wrong strategy—mortgage rates tend to dip before meetings, not after.</p><p>David shares real-world solutions for clients looking to tap home equity without sacrificing their low existing rates, including a creative second mortgage strategy that saved one Milwaukee-area family significant money whil...
Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 11-28-25
<p>The Thanksgiving weekend edition of the Accunet Mortgage and Realty Show kicks off with the story behind Black Friday before diving into mortgage market timing. Brian Wickert and David Wickert explore why waiting for the Federal Reserve’s December meeting might not be the best strategy, based on patterns observed throughout 2025.<br/><br/>The episode features a cautionary tale about credit scores, where an $80 collection account from identity theft caused a nearly 100-point credit score drop, derailing a refinance opportunity. The Wickerts detail the extensive process required to dispute fraudulent accounts and restore credit standing.<br/><br/>David introduces an...
Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 11-21-25
<p>In this episode of the Accunet Mortgage and Realty Show, Brian and David Wickert analyze the delayed September jobs report and its impact on mortgage markets. They explore how the government shutdown created a rare gap in economic data—the October 2025 jobs report will never exist—and discuss what this means for Federal Reserve decisions ahead.<br/><br/>The team shares real-world stories from the front lines, including helping a Manhattan couple purchase an Orlando rental property and guiding Wisconsin natives returning from California through the complexities of duplex financing. They break down critical timing considerations that can dramatically affe...
Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 11-15-25
<p>Join Brian Wickert and David Wickert for expert insights on Milwaukee’s real estate and mortgage landscape. In this episode, they dissect the proposed 50-year mortgage—calculating that once you account for higher interest rates on longer terms, the payment savings is immaterial.<br/><br/>From the front lines, David shares stories about creative financing strategies, including helping clients leverage second homes to purchase land and guiding homeowners through 15-year vs. 30-year refinancing decisions. The duo explores why Milwaukee’s market has become “twos and tens”—where great listings get 10 offers instantly while others struggle.</p>
Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 10-31-25
<p>**The Accunet Mortgage and Realty Show - Halloween Edition 2025**<br/><br/>This week’s spooky surprise? Mortgage rates rose *after* the Fed cut rates—for the fourth time in a row. Brian and David Wickert explain why Chair Powell’s press conference spooked markets more than the rate cut helped, and what it means for your financing options.<br/><br/>**Real Client Wins:**<br/><br/>A Milwaukee-area buyer beat 10 competing offers on a $500K+ home using strategic appraisal waivers and smart negotiation—proving competitive markets still favor prepared buyers with solid financing.<br/><br/>Another homeowner locked in a refinanc...
Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 10-11-25
<p>Accunet Mortgage & Realty Show 10-11-2025: Market Insights and Client Success<br/><br/>## Government Shutdown and Economic Data<br/><br/>The recent government shutdown left mortgage professionals without critical data like the jobs report. However, Bureau of Labor Statistics employees were recalled to complete the September Consumer Price Index report—needed for Social Security cost-of-living adjustments. This matters because CPI measures inflation, the primary driver of mortgage rates.<br/><br/>## Global Markets Impact Your Rate<br/><br/>Japanese political developments unexpectedly moved U.S. mortgage rates this week. Coalition negotiations caused rates to rise Monday, then fall Friday when th...
