Podcast: Chief Economist Explains Fed Interest Rate Approach and Impact

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In the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez are joined by Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz to discuss the Federal Reserve’s decision this week to leave interest rates unchanged.

Dietz explains how three potential rate decreases in 2024 could impact the home building and real estate markets next year and into 2025, and what further actions the Fed could take to help the industry.

Also, hear about some great recent wins by the NAHB Advocacy team in the last podcast episode of 2023. 

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