The Fed has been raising rates aggressively to tame inflation since its meetings in March of this year. The last two meetings have seen large 75bps hikes and we could see another when the Fed sets rates on September 21. Futures markets currently give a 9 out of 10 chance that the Fed
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Inflation ‘collapse’ will launch powerful market rally, Credit Suisse predicts

Consumers in August saw inflation at 5.75% over the next 12 months, down from 6.2% in July and the lowest rate since October 2021, the New York Fed’s monthly consumer expectations survey showed on Monday.
‘Millions will be wiped out’: Robert Kiyosaki says that the big crash he predicted is here. But right now could also be the perfect time to ‘get richer’ — here’s how

Safe havens are hard to find these days. Stocks have plunged, Bitcoin is in the doldrums and even the recently hot real estate market seems to be cooling down due to the Fed’s aggressive rate hikes. While it might be tempting to hide out in cash, Rich Dad Poor Dad
2008 all over again? BofA just launched a test of zero-down-payment, zero-closing cost mortgages for minority communities
Landlord Tips: 13 Must-Know Tips for New Landlords

Being a landlord can be challenging, especially when you’re starting out. From finding and screening tenants, creating and following a rental agreement, and collecting rent online, we will help guide you through all the important landlord tasks.
California housing affordability slides to lowest level in nearly 15 years in second-quarter 2022 as home prices set record highs and interest rates surge, C.A.R. reports

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Housing affordability in California fell below 20 percent and slid to the lowest level in nearly 15 years as home prices soared to record highs in April and May and interest rates jumped to levels not seen in more than 13 years, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) said today.
Should I Buy A Home Now Or Wait?

It’s no secret the housing market has become more expensive over the last couple of years. Most regions have seen double digit inflation in the cost of homes. This growth has been driven by several factors such as millennials hitting their prime homebuying ages, the desire to have a home
Warren Buffett says this is the ‘biggest mistake’ people make with their money (and psst: it has to do with savings)

Warren Buffett, the infamous 91 year-old Oracle of Omaha, is worth roughly $100 billion — and could clearly spend frivolously. But Buffett is notorious for his spendthrift ways (remember, he eats at McDonald’s frequently) and his emphasis on creating financial security. He’s also a big fan of learning to save money
Investment property statistics and tips 2022

The concept of investing might make you think of buying and selling stocks and bonds. However, you can also invest by purchasing an investment property, whether you plan to rent it out for a long time or fix it up to sell for a quick profit. As you compare options to buy