elevated home prices

29 Apr 2021

Dynamics Between Household Formation, Home Sales and Prices, And Consumer Inflation

by hedgopia | posted in: Economy | 0

Household formation has picked up speed, as have sales of homes, putting downward pressure on the supply of homes and upward pressure on prices. Prices are appreciating seven-eight times the rate of consumer inflation, hence not sustainable. US households are … Continued

2 Nov 2017

Savings Rate Drops To Decade Low – Elevated Home Prices Major Factor In Propping Consumer Confidence/Spending

by hedgopia | posted in: Credit, Economy | 0

In September, Americans saved a mere 3.1 percent of their disposable personal income. This was the lowest since three percent in December 2007. The savings rate has trended lower since peaking at 6.3 percent in October 2015, which means it … Continued