Inflation Archives - Page 2 of 2

Latest CPI Insights Point to Investor Gains Amid Rising Rent Trend

13-J0000008-1999 | CPI, Inflation, Investing in Real Estate, Rental Income

The Labor Department announced on Wednesday that the headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 0.2% in July, which was in line with forecasts. Year-over-year, inflation climbed to 2.9%, representing the first reading below 3% since 2021. This encouraging...

The Shockwave of Inflation: Credit Card Debt Out of Control Amid Surging Prices

13-J0000005-1999 | CPI, Credit Card Debt, Inflation

The credit card debt we’re facing as a nation clearly shows the significant economic challenges many people are dealing with in today’s high-inflation environment. Even with inflation numbers showing a decrease from the peak levels that exceeded 9%...

Five Key Economic Indicators that Affect Real Estate Investments

13-J0000005-1999 | Economic Indicators, Inflation, Interest Rates, Investing in Real Estate, Mortgage Rates

Seasoned investors recognize the importance of closely observing economic indicators that affect real estate markets. With years of experience following economic trends that can have a direct impact on my rental properties, I know firsthand how important it is to stay...

Mortgage Rates Surge Following New CPI Data Casting Shadow Over Spring Buying Season

13-J0000004-1999 | CPI, Inflation, Investing in Real Estate, Mortgage Rates

The recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, released this week by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, came in hotter than anticipated, impacting mortgage rates and effectively casting a shadow on the spring buying season. The data revealed a 0.4% increase, landing at...

Feds Leave Interest Rates Unchanged – Three Cuts Projected for 2024

13-J0000003-1999 | Federal Reserve, Inflation, Interest Rates

The Fed announced it would maintain its benchmark interest rate at 5.25%-5.50% for the fifth consecutive meeting. This decision, reached on March 20 by the Federal Open Market Committee, leaves financial markets and observers looking ahead to June, where the first...