Category: Economy

The housing market is a complex web of economic factors, and understanding the interest rate predictions for the next year by NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun can help unravel some of that complexity. Yun anticipates that the U.S. Federal Reserve will implement six …Read more  »

Will the Fed cut interest rates in December 2024? Current indicators suggest that the likelihood is quite high, with recent job reports intensifying the conversation around a possible interest rate cut during the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting. The economic context surrounding …Read more  »

If you're buying a house, refinancing a mortgage, or just keeping an eye on your wallet, understanding the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions is crucial. These rates affect everything from borrowing costs for cars and homes to the returns you …Read more  »

Money talks, but interest rates scream. As we peer into the economic crystal ball for 2025 and 2026, one number stands out: the Federal Funds Rate. This key benchmark set by the Federal Reserve shapes everything from your mortgage to …Read more  »

Is my money safe in the bank in 2025? In recent times, people have become increasingly concerned about the safety of their money, especially after the collapse of financial institutions such as the Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). If you are …Read more  »

The past year has seen a shakeup in the financial world, with several prominent bank failures raising concerns about the stability of the banking sector in 2024. There were 567 bank failures from 2001 through 2024. While predicting specific institutions in …Read more  »

Uncertain if recent bank failures have impacted you? This list details US banks closed by regulators in 2023 and 2024. It's never good news when we hear about a bank failure, and unfortunately, there have been quite a few in …Read more  »

The year is 2024. Whispers of a looming financial crisis have begun to circulate, casting a shadow over the once-assured stability of the US banking system. Headlines raise questions about bank insolvency, sparking anxieties among consumers and businesses alike. But …Read more  »

What Caused the Financial Crisis in 2008? The financial crisis of 2008 is a significant event that affected the global economy. The crisis was caused by several factors that led to the collapse of the housing market in the United …Read more  »