On the recordFebruary 10, 2016
House prices are recovering. They have increased quite a bit, and I think that is helping the financial situation of many households.
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congress.govHouse prices are recovering. They have increased quite a bit, and I think that is helping the financial situation of many households.
Yellen highlights the increase in house prices and its positive impact on households.
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