Has the Real Estate Reset Begun? Soft Landing, Inflation & Market Signals

3/5/2025

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About this podcast

Has the real estate reset officially begun, or is the market still navigating uncertainty? Just days ago, the Best Ever Conference hosted a heated debate featuring some of the brightest minds in the industry, tackling one of the most pressing economic questions: Has the U.S. achieved a soft landing, and is a new real estate cycle emerging?

In this episode, Samantha & Chris break down the key arguments from both sides of the debate, exploring the Fed’s role in interest rate policy, inflation trends, and whether distressed asset sales are still a looming risk. Plus, they analyze the latest economic signals, including the impact of Trump’s new tariffs and takeaways from the recent Presidential congressional address.

If you’re an investor looking for clarity in today’s evolving market, this episode is packed with expert insights and forward-looking predictions to help you make informed decisions.

Tune in now to hear the inside scoop on where the real estate market is headed!

Key takeaways

5 Key Takeaways:
  1. Soft Landing or Storm Ahead? – Economists are divided on whether the Fed’s rate strategy has successfully navigated the economy into a soft landing or if more turbulence is on the horizon.
  2. Real Estate Cycle Shift? – Investors and analysts weigh in on whether we’re in the early stages of a market rebound or if high debt costs will continue to suppress transactions.
  3. Interest Rate Outlook – Inflation remains a key driver of investor sentiment, and the latest signals from the Fed could determine the trajectory of capital markets in 2024.
  4. Tariffs & Market Impact – Trump’s new tariffs are shaking up supply chains and construction costs, adding another layer of complexity to real estate pricing and development.
  5. Election-Year Volatility – With policy shifts and political uncertainty at play, investors must prepare for potential market swings and strategic opportunities ahead.