Could Rising Inflation Be Stoking a Housing Market Crash?

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One of the significant consequences of rising inflation is the potential for housing prices to leap, possibly causing a housing market crisis.

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Since growing prices are the literal definition of inflation, it seems reasonable to assume properties will follow this general pattern — especially after house prices rose by almost 20% in 2021.

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However, things are rarely clear-cut, and a crash could be brewing instead.

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Interest Rates Hike

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How? Higher interest rates make it more profitable to save and more expensive to borrow, encouraging people to refrain from spending too much — reducing demand and therefore getting inflation under control.

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Mortgage rates increase along with other rates, making it more expensive and less desirable to take out a mortgage.

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