Mortgage rates are essential to any real estate investor. Higher interest rates mean it will cost more to borrow money to invest in properties, which can mean the difference between a profitable investment and one that eats…
Overall, many investors in the U.S. real estate market will likely describe 2022 in a single word — volatile. Some of the factors creating volatility include record-high inflation, rising interest rates, and supply-chain challenges that…
The housing market has softened in recent months as the Fed’s fight against inflation has resulted in soaring interest rates. Mortgage rates recently hit 6.75%, spurring the lowest demand in 25 years. Even with a…
Former president Donald Trump announced on November 15th, 2022, that he will once again seek the presidency in the 2024 election. Trump’s announcement was no surprise as he’s been hinting at a second run since…
The U.S. housing market grew 16.9% from 2020 to 2021, and some of that growth carried over into 2022. Metro cities often command high price points due to the available amenities, and some cities fared…
Since the July 28 announcement that US GDP fell two quarters in a row, many believe we are now in recession (or at least close to one). As a real estate investor or homeowner, this…
The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates three times in an effort to fight inflation. Interest rates affect supply and demand dynamics across the economy. Navigating through raising interest rates and sky-high inflation isn’t an…
We all know that inflation is running rampant at the moment, with the annual inflation rate accelerating to 9.1% in June of 2022. This is the highest since November of 1981 and above market forecasts…
Inflation is rising rapidly. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the June 2022 U.S. inflation rate reached 9.1%, which is the highest it’s been since 1981! If rising inflation has you worried about…
You all know me by now, the investor with the crystal ball! A current hot topic is rising inflation, which brings with it rising interest rates. In an effort to rein in raging inflation, the…
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