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How real estate will be impacted as rates rise

In south windsor and around Connecticut  the real estate prices have been rising and inventory is sell fast ask Brian Burke a local agent here in town.  Real estate can typically be a good hedge against inflation and rising rates. As inflation increases, real estate may appreciate. Additionally, higher rents can be charged to tenants to offset any inflationary effects. Therefore, any income generated by real estate can usually be adjusted higher to keep pace with inflation and higher interest rates. Historically, real estate values have little correlation with other asset values such as stocks and bonds. So, real estate should not be as negatively affected by rising rates as other asset classes.

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