Is your "American Dream" actually holding you back? 🏡 Stop making emotional decisions about your money, home, and career.
In this episode, Redfin Chief Economist Daryl Fairweather joins Kara Miller to reveal how to apply economic tools to optimize your life. Whether you are navigating the 2026 housing market, negotiating a raise, or debating a cross-country move, Daryl explains why our psychological biases—like the "anchoring effect" and status quo bias—often lead us toward regret.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The 2026 Housing Outlook: Why high mortgage rates and low supply are keeping people "stuck" and when it actually makes sense to buy.
The Beyoncé Strategy: How to use "inside and outside options" to win your next salary negotiation.
Commute vs. Square Footage: Why we consistently overvalue large homes and undervalue the happiness gained from a shorter commute.
The Power of the Coin Flip: The surprising research showing that people who make "risky" life changes are almost always happier six months later.
Negotiation Masterclass: Why Daryl refused to read emotional letters from potential buyers when selling her home—and how to check your biases at the closing table.
Daryl Fairweather is the author of Hate the Game (University of Chicago Press) and one of the most respected voices in real estate economics.
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