Consumer Confidence Soars…

There are 99 factors affecting the current housing market, but tariffs ain’t one? Consumers seem to ignore threats of a trade war as consumer confidence soars. But what does that mean for the housing market? This issue answers that question and more, including:

• Fed Raises Interest Rates as Housing Affordability Stalls: – What do higher interest rates and high consumer confidence levels mean for housing sales forecasts?
• What to Watch: Apartment Rents – Apartment Rents Are On the Rise. Meanwhile, rental capacity is at an all-time high.
• Are Fire Pits Good Home Investments? – Are fire pits an asset to home value, or will homeowners regret building one when they enter the housing market?
• Q&A: Choosing Property Management Companies – How can you find a quality property management company to manage your passive income?

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