U.S. home prices and rents have deviated too far from their long-term trends for there not to be repercussions, says Ken H. Johnson.

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Survey respondents said they're dipping into savings to pay bills while others are missing bill payments entirely.

With Floridians cutting back on discretionary items, summer travel could take a hit.

A cooling U.S. housing market would be good news for people who can't afford to buy. But it also could be a major concern for some consumers.

Strong competition for U.S. homes is forcing consumers to overpay. Many may regret the decision to buy once the market loses its sizzle.

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Florida tourism is facing stiff competition this summer from other cities and states that shut down during the pandemic but now are actively courting visitors again.

Fort Myers, Florida had the nation’s largest y-o-y rent increase in May at 33.10%; Miami was No. 2 at 31.04%. To put that in perspective, rents traditionally rise by only 2 or 3 percent a year.

If you're buying a home now near the top of the market, plan to stay put for several years because values are expected to level off or decline.

The latest FAU poll shows that Hispanic consumers are losing confidence in the economy in a big way.

Lessening demand for rentals means Florida consumers should expect a break on sharp rent increases, says Ken H. Johnson.

The top eight most overvalued U.S. rental markets are all in Florida, but those stunning rent increases are on pace to slow considerably.

Inflation had a major effect on Floridians this summer, limiting travel and hurting family budgets. That forced people to take shorter trips, so at least the state's economy benefited.

Hispanics are less optimistic about their personal finances because they spend a greater share of their budgets on items that have been hit hardest by inflation -- food, gas and housing.

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U.S. Hispanics are optimistic because they are making more money and seeing inflation gradually ease.