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Welcome to September! Here’s your Housing Market Update

Did you enjoy your Labor Day Weekend? I hope so! And I hope you’re enjoying these last days of summer. The housing market, much like the changing seasons, is showing signs of both stability and transition. Let’s dive into the latest updates. Interest Rates: A Cautious Dance The recent PCE inflation data, which is the

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Positive Shifts in the Mortgage Market

I’m excited to share some encouraging news about the mortgage market. We’ve been seeing positive trends that could benefit homeowners and homebuyers alike. Interest Rates on the Decline  Interest rates have been steadily decreasing, offering a welcome reprieve for those looking to purchase a home or refinance their mortgage. We saw rates drop to lows

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Fed’s Meeting Minutes Cause an Unexpected Stir

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

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What’s up With Rates + Jobs Week

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

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Improving Rate Trend and Inflation Reports This Week…

We’re seeing a continuation of the trend of improving mortgage rates. According to Freddie Mac’s latest survey of average rates, the rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell for the fourth straight week. This is welcome news to those eager to jump on the bandwagon for spring home-buying season. However, there are still challenges buyers

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Rates on a Roll Improving for 3rd Straight Week!

Like a gift that shows up just in time, mortgage rates showed improvement for the third week in a row, offering the gift of greater opportunity and affordability for home buyers venturing out for this year’s peak home-buying season. According to Freddie Mac’s latest survey of average rates, the 30-year fixed rate improved by .10

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Market-Moving Jobs Report Coming Out Friday

This week, mortgage rates have taken a breather and have effectively stayed flat, according to the latest survey of average mortgage rates published by Freddie Mac. After last week’s volatility and further volatility expected later this week with the release of the latest Jobs Report, this is a welcome respite. The housing market continues to

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