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Market Volatility, Stale Listings, and a Surprising Silver Lining

I hope your week is off to a wonderful start! I’ve got lots to cover in this update, so let’s dive in. My goal here is always to cut through the noise and share what actually matters for your home, your goals, and your wallet. A Tug-of-War in the Markets It’s been a volatile week

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A Fresh Look at the Market: Jobs, Oil, and Why Buyers Are Gaining Ground

I hope your week is off to a wonderful start! Between the shifting economic headlines and a holiday-shortened week, I’ve been diving into the latest data to see what it really means for your wallets and your homeownership goals. We are currently seeing some of the most favorable mortgage rate conditions in three years. While

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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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Signs Pointing to a Buyers Market!

Wow. Freddie Mac is reporting that as of last week’s survey of average mortgage rates, the rates have dropped enough since November that as many as 3 million more home buyers can qualify for and afford a median $400,000 mortgage! Since that report, however, there’s been increased volatility in markets and rates thanks to two

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Important New Inflation Data Coming Out!

As the tug of war between inflation pressures and a slowdown in the economy leave mortgage rates in a volatile trend, Freddie Mac’s weekly survey of average rates showed that rates experienced an impressive improvement last week. However, most of those gains have been erased as markets digest Friday’s Jobs Report and other strong data

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