U.S. mortgage rates decline to 6.42%, first drop in three weeks
January 12, 2023
(Bloomberg) — US mortgage rates retreated for the first time in three weeks, helping provide a modest lift to refinancing activity.The contract rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage decreased 16 basis points to 6.42% in the week ended Jan. 6, according to Mortgage Bankers Association data released Wednesday. That helped boost applications for refinancing, which rose 5....
Real Estate Trends 2023
January 12, 2023
The demand for mortgages as compared to a year ago is down 41% and the refinance is also down 84%. At the same time housing prices are higher than the same period a year ago. According to Forbes.com experts believe the rates will continue to climb overall while some areas might see a decline in prices....
Housing Bubble losing air at an Accelerating Pace
July 14, 2022
According to the article published by Shiffgold.com pending home sales have dropped significantly as well the inventory of homes on the market rose as the interest rates on mortgage rose as well. As compared to the same period one year ago the sales dropped by 16% for the month of June. May also dropped by 12% ...
FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION EXPANDS MORTGAGE ELIGIBILITY FOR BORROWERS PREVIOUSLY AFFECTED BY COVID-19
July 11, 2022
HUD No. 22-129HUD Public Affairs(202) 708-0685FOR RELEASEThursdayJuly 7, 2022FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION EXPANDS MORTGAGE ELIGIBILITY FOR BORROWERS PREVIOUSLY AFFECTED BY COVID-19Updated guidance issued today provides new flexibility for lenders when calculating “effective income” for borrowers with previous employment gaps or loss of income due to a COVID-19 economic event.WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced ...
Mortgage Market in a minute
June 04, 2022
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Market just hit a turning point
June 04, 2022
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Mortgage rates in a minute
May 02, 2022
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Buyers taking the sting out of Rising Mortgage rates
May 02, 2022
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Don't Let rising interest rates scare buying a home
April 05, 2022
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Mortgage refinance demand plunges 13% as interest rates climb toward two-year high
January 31, 2022
MAIN POINTSThe average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances ($647,200 or less) increased to 3.72% from 3.64%.Refinance applications fell 13% for the week and were 53% lower year over year.Mortgage applications to purchase a home dropped just 2% for the week and were 11% lower than a year ...
Mortgage rates move slowly despite tightening market
December 09, 2021
Mortgage rates decreased one basis point to 3.10% in the week ending Dec. 9, remaining low and stable despite tighter housing supply and affordability, according to the latest Freddie Mac PMMS mortgage report.A year ago at this time, the average 30-year fixed-rate loan averaged just 2.71%, according to the report published on Thursday.Sam Khater, Freddie ...
Ask Your Lender!
November 11, 2021
SO, YOU ARE BUYING A HOUSE…It seems that once a buyer signs a purchase agreement, they do not always realize that certain things that they do will affect their ability to purchase the home. It does not matter if it is a Holiday season, or Back to School time, and the lender will not be happy to ...
Covid mortgage bailouts are expiring fast, but here’s why a foreclosure crisis is unlikely
September 13, 2021
Covid mortgage bailouts are expiring fast, but here’s why a foreclosure crisis is unlikelyPUBLISHED FRI, SEP 10 20217:00 AM EDTUPDATED FRI, SEP 10 20217:00 AM EDTDiana Olick@IN/DIANAOLICK@DIANAOLICKCNBC@DIANAOLICKKEY POINTSThere are still 1.618 million borrowers in forbearance programs, or 3.1% of all outstanding mortgagesSome 98% of those troubled borrowers have at least 10% equity in their homes, not ...
How Do I Find The Right HUD Home For Me?
March 13, 2021
Post by: Nancy Braun, Showcase Realty Here Are Some Tips On How To Secure The HUD Home That Is Right For You Choosing the place you are going to call home is a big decision to make, and not one to take lightly. HUD homes are a popular choice, especially for first-time homebuyers. This is not surprising because ...
How to Buy a Foreclosed Home
December 16, 2020
By Chris Kissell and Dawn PapandreaAS HOME PRICES SOAR IN many cities, buyers may look to foreclosures to land bargains on houses. Foreclosure happens when a borrower can no longer make mortgage payments, and the lender seizes and then sells the home to recover losses.Foreclosed homes are often sold for less than their market value.That discount could ...
3 Things You Want To Know Before Buying A Home This Fall
November 12, 2020
If you are planning to become a homeowner this year, these three facts about fall real estate will help you make an informed decision.Image by Jens Neumann from Pixabay 1. Price Fluctuations. Zillow reports show that around the same time last year, there is a 4.1% increase in the median home value in the USA. With ...
Buying A Home The Most Affordable Since 2016: Low Mortgage Rates Give You Purchasing Power
September 17, 2020
Natalie Campisi On March 19, the average rate for the benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage spiked to 3.65%, nearly the highest level in a year. Since then, rates have steadily fallen—breaking records on their way down and making home loans cheaper. The drop in rates has been a boon to buyers who are facing rising home prices ...
Selling your home during COVID-19: Is it a good time to sell?
June 05, 2020
The common question is "Is it a good time to sell a property given the current situation?"Homelight recommends listing your home as soon as possible if you are planning to sell your property within the next 24 months. If the economy comes to a significant decline, it will be more challenging to sell your home in ...
Top 3 Reasons to Get Pre-Approved Before You Buy a Charlotte NC Home
May 02, 2020
Post by: Nancy Braun, Showcase Realty Are you preparing to buy a home in Charlotte? Looking at homes for sale is fun and exciting.Before you make the mistake of fixating over a certain type of home or on certain features you want in a home, you need to know what you can really afford. Knowing your ...
2020 Real Estate Outlook: Expert Predictions For Mortgage Rates, Home Prices, Tech And More
December 12, 2019
The 2019 housing market has been one of low rates, high demand and limited supply—particularly on the lower-priced end of the market. Will 2020 be more of the same? According to experts, yes and no.We spoke to six mortgage, real estate, and housing professionals. Here’s what they say is in store for the ...
