In a context where housing prices are rising most in decades, real estate is likely to become a real source of concerns for Fed policymakers. Indeed, Fed measures to assess the dynamic of the rental market tend to lag market rents. This delay can suggest that the recent spike in market rents will impact Fed measures in the coming months. Therefore, Fed policymakers could be under pressure to act by tapering MBS (Mortgage Back Security) purchases before year-end.
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