As we get rolling after a holiday-shortened week, thanks to the observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I have some encouraging news to share about mortgage rates, plus a quick look at what’s happening in the housing market. My thoughts and prayers continue to go out to all our friends, clients, and the communities
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.
As we settle into the new year, mortgage rates continue to move sideways after seeing significant improvement between late October and mid-December. Also, the 30-year fixed rate is only slightly higher, by .14 percent higher than this time a year ago, according to Freddie Mac’s survey of average mortgage rates. Friday, the latest Jobs Report
