If you are like most investors, inflation is probably a concept you are aware of, but do not really understand. You may have heard it mentioned on the news and have a rough understanding of what the rate currently is. You may even have a broad view of how it works, but not how it impacts you or your portfolio.
However, while inflation may not be a key investment concept, it is something every savvy investor needs to be across. In particular, you should have some understanding of how inflation rates affect the availability and cost of finance. Here we explore the intricacies of this relationship and what it means for you, as a property investor.