Rapidly changing markets, regardless of sector, generally introduce one of two base-level emotional drivers...fear or greed. In declining markets, these two emotions can intertwine with one another making what would otherwise be a normal transaction or circumstance into something far more complicated.

In this two part series, we walk through two scenarios, each of which highlight these drivers in an effort to make them more top-of-mind when conducting transactions and/or interacting with different people in today's environment.      

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Within housing markets, it can sometimes be easy to forget "why" we are making the decisions we make and focus too much on "what" decision we make. I sat down with a family this past week and found myself discussing that very issue.

This is their story of searching for a new home and what lens was coloring their decision making process. Find out how it all went.  

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The topic of demographic shifts across the world is a deeply studied area of economics. Conversations and policy decisions surrounding various nations and their aging populations will impact future consumption and productive output.  The U.S. and Florida represent important substrata within this larger conversation. Our capacity as a nation and as a state to continue growth is of paramount importance, both for general consumption markets as well as real estate growth potential.

We dive into that and more within this week's edition.

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January inflation was reported above expectations coupled with roaring January retail spending. Many markets are concerned the combination of these two will impact Fed decision making and lead to more aggressive rate policy than has been previously reported.

We dive into that and more within this week's edition. 

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The January jobs report was issued and reported almost triple the number of new jobs to the U.S. labor market than anticipated by Dow Jones estimates. The was obvious cause for celebration here as it points to a more robust economic condition than many have been discussing, but it also introduces great risk for investors.

What is not highlighted in any government reporting is the source of continued discrepancy between these data points and the underlying drivers of activity. This week, we dive into that and more.  

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Goldman predicts four housing markets in the U.S. to experience a 2008-like value crash in 2023. Headlines, however, are not capturing what is really going on in each of these cities and influencing real estate consumption patterns. All of this is behind the backdrop of the Fed raising its target funds range again. The impact on mortgage interest rates is going to be seen over the coming weeks as bond markets continue to react and respond. Combined, these issues set the nail on needing to be prepared for difficult conversations this year and positioning with intent and strategy.

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With real estate markets finding a new state of normal, there are a few "back-to-basics" elements that should be implemented consistently when entering the sales cycle. Success strategies must be strategic, calculated, and consider these important factors affecting buying and selling patterns today.

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Volatility within markets throughout 2022 was incredibly disruptive and challenging. From rapidly rising interest rates to the idea of a growing recession, all signs pointed to continued challenges. Was all of this an indication of what is to come or is there still opportunity within the market?

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