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The REconomy Podcast

Answering Your Top Questions on Real Estate Economics (Part 2) - EP 79

Jan 4, 2024
Economists discuss personal savings, unemployment, and fiscal stimulus. Consumer debt, demographics, and future economic impact. Real estate refinancing challenges, rising rates, and neutral rates. Remote work's lasting effect on housing demand and population shifts. Analysis of current house price trends and geographic variances.
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Quick takeaways

  • Fiscal stimulus lowered personal savings rate, driving consumption, but might deplete reserves next year.
  • Population changes by 2040 will affect labor force participation, wage growth, and inflation trends.

Deep dives

Effect of Personal Savings on the Economy

Personal savings rate is lower due to fiscal stimulus placing money into savings, driving consumption. The drawing down of savings fuels consumption, but the reserves might deplete next year. Despite potential pressure on the economy, the unemployment rate remains historically low, signaling resilience.

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