Inflation and Interest Rates Are Rising, What’s Next for Housing Market Buyers?

Over the last few months, housing market investors and home buyers have faced historically high inflation, which has triggered the Fed to increase interest rates.

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Compounding the housing market woes is the economy which, like other major economies, is nudging towards a recession.

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Expert Advice for First-Time Home Buyers and Homeowners

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Focus on How Long You Plan to Own the Home

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Buying a Primary Residence Is Not an Investment

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House Hack for Financial Independence

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