Imani Moise

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home price growth slowed in January.

The S&P Cotality Case-Shiller National Home Price Index shows home prices grew 0.9% in the first month of the year.

High mortgage rates and concerns about affordability are weighing on buyers.

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Yes, so the Labor Department proposed a rule that could make it easier for retirement accounts, like 401ks, to invest in private market funds.

The proposal is a win for Wall Street firms.

They want access to the huge 401k market, but comes as private credit firms report rising defaults and are limiting investors' ability to withdraw their funds.

Anne joins me now to explain what this means for investors.

So, Anne, what's new in this proposal?

So why do private fund managers say these investments should be a part of retirement accounts?

And who are the biggest critics of this proposal and what's their argument against it?

Access to affordable credit helps me pay my employees, but I don't really need it.

Banks and credit unions help small businesses make payroll.

This bill would cut the vital resources they need.

Tell Congress, stop the Durbin Marshall money grab for corporate megastores.

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