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When Will the Fed’s Rate Hikes Come to an End?

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The Federal Reserve is continuing to tighten its monetary policy, announcing its fourth consecutive 75 basis point rate increase that will push the fed funds rate to a 15-year high, according to NAHB Eye on Housing. However, by 2025, the Fed is forecasting a return to a normalized rate of 2.5% Housing Policy + Finance.

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Solutions to Housing Affordability

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within our annual housing forecast survey (see the results on page 17), I got what I deserved from more than 300 of you. NAHB Chairman's Letter: Local Advocacy With National Significance. House Approves Build Back Better Act; NAHB Opposes Bill . Housing Policy + Finance. Among a lot of good ideas, patterns emerged.

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Federal Reserve Will Not Taper Monthly Bond Purchases Just Yet

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The central bank continues to monitor inflation data, including ongoing, elevated levels of commodities and building materials such as and lumber and OSB. The NAHB forecast has projected higher interest rates as the economy expands. Additionally, the forecast calls for somewhat above-trend inflation over the next few years.