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Mortgage Rates Near Year’s Best & Is January Your Magic Month?

I hope you’re staying cozy as we head deeper into the fall! This week has been all about signals—signals from the Federal Reserve, signals from the housing market, and even a signal about the very best time to buy a home. The Fed Speaks Out (Before the Quiet) This past week brought a flurry of

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Did You Miss It? Mortgage Rates Are at Their Lowest Point in Almost a Year

As we enjoy the waning days of late summer, the air isn’t the only thing changing—the mortgage market is, too. Last week was a big one, with 30-year mortgage rates hitting their lowest point since October 2024. This drop, while slight, is a major headline and a positive sign for both prospective homebuyers and current

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Jackson Hole & The Mortgage Market: What You Need to Know

The mortgage market is currently in an interesting place, with rates dipping to their lowest level in 10 months. But with the annual Jackson Hole Symposium right around the corner, there’s a lot to watch for. What’s Happening with Rates? The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell by .05 percent for last week, according to Freddie Mac.

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Big News for Rates and Why a Fed Cut Might Not Mean What You Think

There’s been a lot of movement in the market lately, and I wanted to break down what it all means for you. It’s been a truly eventful couple of weeks, with interest rates touching their best levels in 10 months and some fascinating news from the jobs report and inflation data. Here’s a quick look

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Your Mid-May Market Update: Rates, Inventory, and Good News!

Hey there! Hope you’re having a great week! It’s been a volatile week in housing and financial markets, and this past week brought some interesting developments. You might have noticed a slight uptick in interest rates recently, with the 30-year fixed rate averaging around .05 percent higher according to Freddie Mac. While this is up

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Navigating Today’s Housing Market Together

Well, it’s been another interesting week in the world of mortgages and real estate, hasn’t it? As we navigate the spring buying season, I wanted to share a quick update on what’s been happening in the market and what it might mean for you, whether you’re a current homeowner, a prospective buyer, or a valued

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Navigating the Market Together: Stability, Opportunities, and Savvy Strategies

Hey there. I wanted to touch base and share a quick update on what I’m seeing in the mortgage and housing markets. It’s been a bit of a rollercoaster lately, but thankfully, we’ve seen a welcome period of calm settle in after some significant market movements. It was certainly reassuring to the markets to hear

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Navigating the Market Shifts Together

Hope you’re having an enjoyable week! As we navigate the ever-evolving mortgage landscape, I wanted to share some insights into recent market movements and what they might mean for you. Last week, we saw an interesting dynamic unfold. Amidst global economic uncertainties, particularly around potential tariffs, investors sought the safety of bonds. This “safe haven

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Navigating the Numbers: Your Mortgage Market GPS

Hope you’re having a great start to April! I’m popping in to keep you informed about the latest happenings in the mortgage and housing market. It’s a dynamic time, so staying in the loop is crucial, whether you’re ready to make a move now or in the future. This past week, we’ve seen mortgage rates

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Market Update: Fed Actions, Home Sales, and Mortgage Rates

Hope you’re having a great week! Popping in to keep you updated on the latest happenings in the mortgage and housing markets. This week, the Federal Reserve’s decisions are playing a significant role in shaping the landscape. The Fed held steady on interest rates at their meeting last week, but their announcement to pause the

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