Posts Tagged ‘economy’
Is it a good time to buy a house?
Is It a Good Time to Buy a House? This question is one of the most common questions we see from consumers, investors, real estate agents, and many others with interest in the real estate market. The answer is ‘yes’. But it also depends on your specific situation, what’s important to you, and where…
Read MoreWhat’s Happening in the Housing Market
As Q3 winds down for 2022, I wanted to provide some insights into where the housing and mortgage markets are, and what’s likely to occur going forward. If Q2 was to be summed up with one word, it would likely be volatility. We witnessed 2 aggressive Fed rate hikes, with opposite market reactions each time. Interest…
Read MoreIs The Real Estate Market Going To Crash?
Is the Real Estate Market Going to Crash? 2022 has been a year of change for the United States real estate market. Coming off of a covid-infused housing frenzy, 2020 ushered in the cheapest borrowing costs the country has ever seen, with rates on 30 year fixed mortgage dropping into the 2s, and nationwide…
Read MoreWill Inflation Go Down?
Will Inflation Go Down? There’s tons of economic jargon being tossed around headlines these days, and one of the hot topics out there is inflation. To start, it’s important to understand what inflation is. When the value of a currency diminishes, the result is inflation – basically, you get less for the same or more. …
Read MoreWhat Does it Mean When the Fed Raises Rates?
Will the Fed Raise Rates? Yes, and no. On Wednesday, March 16, the Fed will take an economic action that hasn’t been seen in years when they, as expected, raise the Fed funds rate. The targeted funds rate has been set at 0-.25% for years, and next week, this is expected to change. With…
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