Stock Forecasts – Bull Market? Volatility will likely be the key characteristic of the markets as economic, political, technology, trade and many more factors face off in a battle. The uncertainty over interest rates is something investors and economists just can’t seem to get a handle on. At the last FED meeting, J. Powell commented…
3 Month Stock Market Outlook As we entered the 3rd quarter of 2023, investors are torn between two tales. One of a market crash this year or next, and one of a new bull market that will take everyone to nirvana. It’s likely these 3 months will continue strong for stocks because investor mood is…
US Jobs Outlook The bungling of the recent jobs report is a sign of trouble with the current government and a sign the job market is troubled. The current report showed only 266,000 jobs created when almost 1 million were expected. This is a disaster. There are some job market and economic hurdles to deal…
Philadelphia Housing Market For real estate investors and homebuyers, the Philadelphia regional market has a lot to like. Kiplinger in fact, rated this city as one of the best places to retire. Homes are affordable compared other major cities. Prices are rising, however homes only on the market for 63 days according to NAR. Just…
Spring Housing Market Preview Homebuyers are keen to visualize the housing market and home prices by April and over the next 6 to 8 months. Buyers realize the tight supply combined with economic recovery could price them out by April. As the Covid 19 pandemic declines, a new US government takes the economic driver’s seat,…
Home Prices will Rise this Fall The housing market is the darling child of the economy right now as low mortgage rates combined with changes in employment are driving home sales. Up in Canada (Toronto and Vancouver) July saw record home sales as Realtors are seeing boom times for sales again. And in many regions…
Corona Virus and Real Estate Just as the recent job numbers hit a high, the real estate market is making awakening sounds. The virus and shutdown took a heavy toll on the US economy and all economies. The only country to rebound quick is China. But China’s real estate market might be in trouble as…