Hope you’re having a great week! It’s been a bit of a bumpy ride in the mortgage world lately, with interest rates continuing their upward climb. But don’t worry, I’m here to break it all down for you and share some insights on what’s happening as we head into Election Day, as of the writing
There’s some exciting news in the mortgage market! Recent economic data and housing trends point towards a more favorable environment for both homeowners and potential buyers. Interest Rate Rollercoaster Recent weeks have seen significant fluctuations in interest rates. While we’ve experienced some welcome declines, it’s essential to remember that these shifts are influenced by a
It’s been a wild week in the mortgage market! Interest rates have taken another turn, and economic news is a mixed bag. Let’s break it down. Interest Rates Taking a Breather Great news! Mortgage rates dipped this week, offering some relief to homebuyers. While it’s a small victory, it’s a step in the right direction.
Last week mortgage rates dipped to their lowest levels in two months! Let’s break down what caused this shift and what to watch for in the coming days. The Economy Slows Down Recent economic data paints a picture of a slowing economy. This has helped to cool inflation fears, a major factor influencing interest rates.
Happy (almost) summer! As we pause this week and take a moment to honor those who served our country on Memorial Day, let’s also dive into the latest news affecting mortgage rates. The Week in Review: A Tug-of-War – This past week, interest rates saw some ups and downs. Here’s what caused the volatility: •
The Federal Reserve’s latest moves have created some uncertainty and confusion in the markets, and as we know, uncertainty creates volatility. While Fed Chair Jerome Powell hints at 3 potential rate cuts in 2024, Atlanta Fed President Rafael Bostic sees only one cut on the horizon. This disharmony among Fed members contributes to market volatility.
Usually, the release of the Fed Minutes is a minor affair, however, last week was a different story as markets try and figure out what the Fed’s next moves are going to be. Not too long ago, traders expected the Fed to start cutting rates at their March meeting, which could have helped mortgage rates
The positive economic readings of the last week – like robust retail sales, low unemployment, and healthy GDP (gross domestic product) – caused rates to tick up slightly, according to the latest survey of average rates by Freddie Mac. However, rates remain in a narrow range, not bouncing around too much. According to Sam Khater,
As we kick off the fourth quarter of the year, market conditions are not getting better for home buyers as mortgage rates continue to rise and housing inventory remains challenging. Yes, homes are still moving, being bought and sold, and transactions are happening but conditions are not what we’d love them to be. Why? Largely
We’ll have to wait and see, but Redfin published a recent report declaring that, according to their data, the housing market has bottomed out and the recovery has begun. The report points to the number of customers requesting first tours of homes rose 17 percentage points from its low in November. Also, the number of
