Inflation is on the rise, job growth is slowing, and the Federal Reserve may keep interest rates higher for longer—how will this impact real estate investors? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, host Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, the weaker-than-expected January jobs report, and what these economic shifts mean for mortgage rates, housing affordability, and rental demand. Will higher inflation delay the Fed’s rate cuts? How will real estate markets react in 2025? Tune in for expert insights on navigating today’s market conditions and staying ahead of economic trends.

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2. https://www.jpmorgan.com/insights/outlook/economic-outlook/jobs-report-january-2025 

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