{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Mortgage Rates Aren\u2019t the Problem\u2014Indecision Is","description":"Most people in today\u2019s housing market are asking the wrong question and it could be costing them thousands. Jake and Cory break down the real math behind mortgages, refinancing, downsizing, renting out homes, and reasons your cash flow\u2014not interest rates\u2014should drive big housing decisions. If you\u2019ve ever wondered: \u2022 &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Should I wait for mortgage rates to fall? \u2022 &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Does refinancing actually save me money? \u2022 &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Should I keep my low rate and rent my home instead of selling it? \u2022 &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Is downsizing in retirement even worth it anymore? \u2022 &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;How do I know if a housing decision truly improves my financial plan? \u2026this episode gives you a clear, simple framework\u2014without guessing, without relying on headlines, and without getting trapped by emotional or \u201crule of thumb\u201d thinking. --------------- Complimentary \u2018Retiring Right\u2019 ebook: https:\/\/falconwealthadvisors.com\/jake-falcon-book-signup.html?utm_source=podcast&amp;amp;utm_medium=content&amp;amp;utm_campaign=rr_ebook&amp;nbsp;  Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: https:\/\/falconwealthadvisors.com\/index.html?utm_source=podcast&amp;amp;utm_medium=content&amp;amp;utm_campaign=newsletter_subscribe#ID2GUSO1Sj8Upy1QWdqVxHOM&amp;nbsp;  Contact our team: https:\/\/falconwealthadvisors.com\/contact.html?utm_source=podcast&amp;amp;utm_medium=content&amp;amp;utm_campaign=contact_us#ID6rJkMgTJ1jVvl9lxUsddri  --------------- Upticks is your podcast for financial planning insights. Hosted by Jake Falcon, CRPC\u2122 and Cory Bittner, CRPC\u2122, who discuss the philosophy of wealth management, exploring tailored retirement plans, tax planning, and timely industry topics. Join us for concise, understandable discussions that help empower your financial literacy. --------------- Connect with Jake Falcon, CRPC\u2122 https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/jake.falcon.524\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f&amp;nbsp; https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jake_falcon_crpc\/?hl=en\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f&amp;nbsp;  https:\/\/twitter.com\/jakefalconcrpc\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f&amp;nbsp; https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jakefalconfalconwealthadvisors\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f #mortgagerates #refinance #housingmarket #retirementplanning #cashflow #financialplanning #downsizing #realestate2026 #wealthbuilding #upticks ","author_name":"Upticks: A Financial Planning &amp; Investment Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/257984\/site","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39928265\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/198026580"}