In an ever-evolving economic landscape, the outlook on the housing market and interest rates, coupled with insights into where the economy is headed, is vital information.    Without a clear understanding, people find themselves ill-equipped to make informed decisions about investments and the financial future.   How do we break down and understand what the economy truly means for us and our businesses? Where exactly is the economy headed in 2024? What does the housing market and interest rates look like for the new year?   In this episode, internationally acclaimed economist and public speaker Elliot Eisenberg joins us to talk about the economics forecast for 2024 and what it means for real estate.   You’ll also learn; Is the economy actually doing great? The impact of inflation What is traditional affordability? Housing formation Never negotiate against yourself   Guest Bio   Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D. is an internationally acclaimed economist and public speaker specializing in making economics fun, relevant and educational. He earned a B.A. in economics with first class honors from McGill University in Montreal, as well as a Masters and Ph.D. in public administration from Syracuse University. Eisenberg, is the creator of the multifamily stock index (the first nationally recognized index to track the total return of public firms principally involved in the ownership and management of apartments), the author of more than eighty-five articles, and is a regular consultant to several large real estate professional associations, hedge funds and investment advisory groups.    He has spoken to hundreds of business groups and associations, as keynote speaker. Dr. Eisenberg has been invited to testify before lawmakers and is often asked to comment on proposed legislation. His research and opinions have been featured in Bloomberg, Business Week, Bureau of National Affairs, Forbes, Fortune, and many other publications. He is a regularly featured guest on cable news programs, talk and public radio.   Visit https://econ70.com/  Find Elliot on LinkedIn @Elliot Eisenberg Text Bowtie to 668-66    Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm so our show reaches more people. Thank you!