Jason Mancuso Discusses 50-Year Mortgages on WXXI’s “Connections”
Housing affordability took center stage on WXXI’s “Connections with Evan Dawson” on January 21, 2026, as Jason Mancuso, co-owner of The Anthony Butera Team at Keller Williams Realty, joined the show to discuss a timely question:
Would 50-year mortgages actually make housing more affordable?
The conversation explored a proposal reportedly being examined by the Trump administration to extend mortgage terms to 50 years. While longer terms may lower monthly payments, Jason and the panel discussed why many real estate professionals remain skeptical — including the long-term cost of interest and what buyers should really focus on in today’s market.
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