Ep: 241 - Tariffs: The Silent Act of Economic Warfare

👍 Like and subscribe to the “What’s Your 1 More” Podcast to stay informed on the latest shifts in the housing market. How do tariffs and trade policies quietly impact your wallet—and even your home purchase? In this episode, Quinton connects the dots between global economic moves and what they mean for U.S. homeowners. He breaks down how tariffs can increase the cost of construction materials, drive inflation, and influence mortgage rates. For buyers navigating today’s market, understanding these behind-the-scenes factors could be the edge you need when deciding if now is the right time to act. “People think tariffs are just politics—but they hit your home faster than you think.” —Quinton Connect with us: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@whatsyour1more Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-your-1-more/id1647180355 Facebook: / whatsyour1more    Twitter: / whatsyour1more    Instagram: / whatsyour1more    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37zPGizSKOGid1NVnm92i5 Special thanks to MBS Highway: https://www.highway.ai/ If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments—your feedback and engagement mean the world to us and help shape future episodes of What’s Your One More! Thank you for being part of our community! 00:00:00 - Intro to Tariffs and Episode Overview 00:01:10 - Tariffs: US Trade Deficits and Reciprocal Actions 00:03:45 - Tariffs: Negotiation Tool vs. Escalation, Revenue Generation 00:05:35 - National Deficit and How Tariffs Could Impact It 00:08:55 - Tariffs Impact on Other Countries (Vietnam, China) 00:13:45 - Economic Impact: Potential Recession and Fed Response 00:17:30 - Tariffs and the 10-Year Treasury Yield 00:19:55 - Housing Market and Tariffs 00:21:00 - Podcast Outro