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Can The U.S Handle High Interest Rates Past 2024? | Ben Miller

Apr 22, 2024
01:21:18
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Fundrise Co-Founder and CEO Ben Miller discusses U.S public debt, commercial real estate, housing market, and the impact of higher interest rates. Topics include real estate time bomb, bull case for CRE, lending, private credit, and the potential consequences of rates staying high for longer.
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Quick takeaways

  • Higher interest rates impacting real estate industry and debt sustainability relative to GDP.
  • US total debt growth has been relatively flat since 2008 despite recent concerns.

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Impact of Rising Interest Rates on Debt and Real Estate

Higher interest rates are causing concerns across various types of debt, including real estate. With interest rates fluctuating, the real estate industry is experiencing challenges, especially in managing debt sustainability relative to GDP. The shift in interest rates has led to increased borrowing costs, impacting the profitability of deals. Individuals and businesses are facing constraints due to the debt to income ratio, influencing their ability to afford properties.

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