After nearly a month of declines in mortgage application volume, the MBA reported that apps rose 6.6% week-over-week, as the industry braces itself for the latest rate hike by the Fed.
Read More »Mortgage Rates on the Rise, But Relief on the Horizon
Freddie Mac reports that a decline in purchase activity, combined with increased inventory, will slow home price growth nationwide and give way to much-needed relief for prospective buyers.
Read More »Mortgage Rates Fall in the Face of ‘Multiple Headwinds’
A slight drop in mortgage rates may be a sign of market normalization, but lingering economic instability and inflationary issues remain hurdles that prospective buyers are still unable to overcome.
Read More »Mortgage Rates Fall Slightly Week-Over-Week
After weeks of rising mortgage rates, continued economic unpredictability has driven rates down slightly this week, as homebuilder sentiment hit its lowest level in 24 months.
Read More »Rise in Rates Further Pressuring Potential Homebuyers
Fannie Mae reports mortgage rates have risen once again, further widening the gap many prospective buyers are attempting to overcome to attain the American Dream.
Read More »Mortgage Rates Hit New 13-Year High
After a slight downtick last week, fixed-rate mortgages began an upward climb once again, with inflation reaching levels last seen in 2008.
Read More »Tapping the Brakes on Mortgage Rate Hikes
The seven-week streak of rates on the rise has come to an end, as mortgage rates scaled back slightly, with a decline in demand expected to soften home price growth.
Read More »Rates Rise for Seventh Straight Week
The spring is generally a prime season for house buying, however the recent upswing in mortgage rates has caused some volatility in demand.
Read More »Mortgage Rates Hit 11-Year High
Not since early 2011 have mortgage rates hit the 5% mark, but this week, that became a reality, as elevated home prices and short supply are making the dream of homeownership an expensive proposition.
Read More »Upward Drive in Mortgage Rates Continues to Soften Purchase Activity
Mortgage rates rose once again this week, creeping closer to the 4.75% mark, rapidly closing the door on affordability for many.
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