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In a dramatic turn of events, US Attorney General Pam Bondi accused FBI of withholding important documents related to Jaffrey Epstein. Writing to FBI Director Kash Patel, Bondi demanded a fair probe against the probe agency. This comes after the U.S. Department of Justice rolled out a 100-page Phase-1 of Epstein files. Watch to see more on the attached short informative video clip attached;
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On Saturday, Border Czar Tom Homan spoke about sanctuary city statuses and state-level work to combat illegal immigration during CPAC 2025. https://youtu.be/7AkG0uranOg?si=FRws_JvwAfnUYzLt
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Jeffrey Epstein Case: After years of speculation, the U.S. Department of Justice has finally declassified the first batch of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender with deep ties to powerful elites. But instead of shocking revelations, the files contain little new information—mostly flight logs and heavily redacted records that have already been leaked over the years. So, is this really about transparency, or is it just another government cover-up? Attorney General Pamela Bondi is demanding the FBI release the remaining hidden documents.
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What specific DOGE reforms are most likely to impact interest rates?
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How likely is it that interest rates will decrease due to DOGE’s work?
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Let me clarify some key points about this situation:
- It isn’t easy to convert from a visitor to a work visa.
- Most significantly, it does not involve simply switching from a B1/B2 visitor visa to a work visa while in the US.
- The right procedure would be taking the following steps below:
The mortgage company would need to:
- Sponsor the Serbian national for a work visa (usually H-1B – professional positions).
- File Labor Condition Application (LCA).
- It shows there were no qualified US employees interested.
- Make substantial filing fees.
Key Timing Challenges:
- H-1B visas are subject to a cap and lottery each year.
- New H-1B applications can be filed only during specific periods, usually in March.
- If selected, work typically cannot begin until October 1st.
- The process takes several months up to one year.
Important Legal Considerations
Using a visitor visa to enter the US and work there is illegal. Prior or almost overstaying any current or previous US Visa could affect future applications. Conducting employment activities on a visitor’s visa is strictly forbidden and can seriously affect immigration status.
Recommended Steps
- It should be ensured that the visitor visa does not expire before you go back to Serbia.
- Make sure you start the process of obtaining a work visa appropriately through your mortgage company. You could also obtain advice from an immigration lawyer.
- By abiding by all visa regulations, the clean immigration status will be preserved.
Do you need more clarity on any of these aspects of the work visa procedure I mentioned?
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Numerous historical examples reveal the substantial influence of inflation on housing markets.
Below are some of those examples:
Stagflation in the 1970s
Context:
- In the 1970s, there was high inflation and, at the same time, stagnant economic growth.
Impact on Housing:
- The rising costs of materials and labor translated into higher home prices.
- Mortgage rates shot up to over 18% by the early 1980s, making it unaffordable and reducing demand for new houses.
- This was in addition to many buyers being priced out of the market, leading to a decline in home-building activity.
Hyperinflation in Zimbabwe (2000s)
Context:
- Zimbabwe experienced extreme hyperinflation in November 2008, with inflation rates exceeding 89.7 percent.
Impact on Housing:
- Although there were steep price hikes in houses, they were unavailable as the overall economy collapsed.
- Given the currency depreciation, many could not afford homes, and real estate investment became almost impossible.
Financial Crisis (2008)
Context:
- Though primarily resulting from the housing bubble bursting, preceding years had seen inflationary tendencies.
Housing Impact:
- An overreliance on easy loans created a bubble as credit became cheap and home prices rose.
- This increased mortgage payments for many homeowners when inflation and interest rates rose, leading to foreclosure and default.
- The following housing market crash led to an excess of houses.
Post-World War II Era (Late 1940s – Early 1950s)
Context:
- After World War II, inflation occurred during the transition period from a war economy into a peacetime economy.
Impact on Housing:
- Costs increased while demand increased, creating a housing shortage.
- They stimulated construction with programs like the GI Bill and FHA loans for mass home ownership, eventually igniting a housing boom between 1950 and 1960.
Current Trends (2020s)
Context:
- The COVID-19 pandemic caused significant economic disruptions and subsequent inflationary pressures.
Impact on Housing:
In 2021 and 2022, low mortgage rates and higher demand significantly boosted house prices; however, mortgage rates began to rise as inflation increased. The Federal Reserve will heighten interest rate levels by 2023, thus reducing home affordability and cooling the housing market generally for buyers.
Below are some historical instances demonstrating that inflation can deeply affect housing markets, from the cost of erecting houses to buyer affordability and even overall market dynamics. Every example showcases how economic conditions relate to policy responses and housing supply and demand.