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Rising Mortgage Rates Persist Amidst High Demand and Home Prices
finance2 years ago

Rising Mortgage Rates Persist Amidst High Demand and Home Prices

Rates on 30-year mortgages have risen for the fifth consecutive day, with the 30-year fixed-rate average now at 7.19%. The 15-year fixed-rate average also increased, while jumbo loan averages remained flat. Refinancing rates moved in line with new purchase rates. Mortgage rates have experienced significant fluctuations in recent months, reaching a 20-year high in October 2022. The factors influencing mortgage rates include the bond market, Federal Reserve policy, and competition among lenders.

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate: Weekly Update.
finance2 years ago

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate: Weekly Update.

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage average has dropped to its lowest level since mid-May, while the four jumbo loan averages remained unchanged. Refinancing rates moved in line with new purchase rates, with the gap between the 30-year new purchase and refi averages currently at 27 basis points. The Federal Reserve has paused rate hikes, keeping the fed funds rate at the current range of 5.00% to 5.25%, with a possibility of one or two more rate hikes this year.

Jumbo 30-Year Mortgage Rates Reach Recent High While Others Remain Flat
finance2 years ago

Jumbo 30-Year Mortgage Rates Reach Recent High While Others Remain Flat

Mortgage rates remained mostly unchanged on Friday, except for jumbo 30-year and jumbo 7/6 ARM averages, which saw a notable increase. The jumbo 30-year average is estimated to be at least a 14-year high, reaching that mark nine times since May 26. Refinancing rates for 30-year loans gave up 13 basis points, while the 15-year refi average marked time. The Federal Reserve paused rate hikes at its latest meeting, keeping the fed funds rate at the current range of 5.00% to 5.25%, but hinted that more rate hikes at future meetings could happen.

finance2 years ago

June 12, 2023 Mortgage Rates Continue to Rise

The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage increased by 4 basis points to 7.26%, the highest rate seen in June. Rates on most other mortgage types also rose, including jumbo loans and their refinance counterparts. The recent surge in rates is attributed to a complex interaction of macroeconomic and industry factors, including the Federal Reserve's monetary policy and competition between lenders.

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate: Dip, Decline, and Rise in June 2023
finance2 years ago

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate: Dip, Decline, and Rise in June 2023

Mortgage rates for 30-year and 15-year fixed loans have slightly decreased, while jumbo 30-year rates have remained steady. Refinancing rates have also dropped slightly. Rates have been fluctuating since June 1, with the 30-year average hitting a 20-year high of 7.65% on May 26. The Federal Reserve's bond-buying policy and competition between lenders are factors that influence mortgage rates.

June 5, 2023 Mortgage Rates: Mixed Trends and Decreases
finance2 years ago

June 5, 2023 Mortgage Rates: Mixed Trends and Decreases

Mortgage rates were mixed on Friday, with the 30-year fixed-rate average increasing slightly, while the 15-year, 10-year, and 10/6 ARM averages decreased slightly. Three of the four jumbo averages remained unchanged. Refinancing rates moved similarly to new purchase rates, with the 30-year refi average increasing slightly, the 15-year average decreasing, and the jumbo 30-year refi average remaining steady. The recent surge in 30-year rates took the average to another high, 7 basis points above the October high-water mark. Mortgage rates are influenced by macroeconomic and industry factors, such as the bond market, Federal Reserve policy, and competition between lenders.

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate: A June 2023 Update.
finance2 years ago

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate: A June 2023 Update.

Mortgage rates fell again on Wednesday, with almost every new purchase rate down, including the 30-year rate, which fell 8 basis points to 7.29%. The 30-year average mortgage rate is now 36 basis points lower than it was on May 26, when it reached a high of 7.65%. The jumbo and regular 7/6 ARM loans were the only rates with no change or a slight tick up, respectively. Refinancing rates moved generally in line with new purchase rates. The Federal Reserve's bond-buying policy is a major influencer on mortgage rates.

finance2 years ago

Mortgage Rates Continue to Drop, Reaching New Lows.

Mortgage rates for all fixed-rate mortgage types dropped for a second day, with the 15-year average dropping almost a quarter point to a four-week low. The only gainer of the day was the 10/6 ARM average, while the two jumbo ARM averages held steady. Refinancing rates also moved downward, with the 30-year refi average sinking 18 basis points and the 15-year refi average plunging 22 basis points. The national average for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is currently 6.82%.

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate in May 8, 2023 Market
finance2 years ago

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate in May 8, 2023 Market

Mortgage rates rose on Friday, with jumbo 30-year rates climbing significantly to reach their highest level since early March. The 30-year fixed-rate average is now at 6.88%, while the 15-year fixed-rate average rose to 6.07%. Refinancing averages were also up, with the cost to refinance for 30 years currently 36 basis points more expensive than 30-year new purchase rates. The Federal Reserve's bond-buying policy and competition between mortgage lenders are among the factors that influence mortgage rates.

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate in May 2023.
finance2 years ago

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate in May 2023.

Mortgage rates dropped on Wednesday, with the 30-year average falling by an eighth of a percentage point to 6.81%, the lowest level since April 14. The 15-year rate average also dropped by a full quarter point to 5.96%. Refinancing averages moved similarly to new purchase rates, with the 30-year refi average declining by 21 basis points. The jumbo 30-year average held steady at 6.02%. The Federal Reserve's bond-buying policy is a major influencer on mortgage rates, and the next scheduled meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee is in June.

Jumbo mortgage market faces challenges amidst bank failures and pricing concerns.
real-estate2 years ago

Jumbo mortgage market faces challenges amidst bank failures and pricing concerns.

Mortgage demand from homebuyers dropped 2% last week compared to the previous week, and was 32% lower than the same week one year ago, as several bank failures are starting to make it more difficult even for wealthier buyers. The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances decreased to 6.50% from 6.55%, while the average rate for jumbo loans was slightly lower at 6.37%, but that spread has been shrinking for the last few months. Applications to refinance a home loan increased 1% from the previous week but were 51% lower than the same week one year ago. The Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point, but it will be the commentary from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell that will have the greatest impact on the bond market, and consequently mortgage rates.

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate on March 28, 2023
finance2 years ago

Mortgage Rates Fluctuate on March 28, 2023

After a significant drop last week, mortgage rates rose on Monday, with the 30-year fixed rate jumping 22 basis points to an average of 6.79%. Rates on 15-year loans also rose, moving 18 basis points to 5.93%. Jumbo 30-year rates remained flat at 5.77%. Refinancing rates also increased in similar increments to new purchase rates. The Federal Reserve's bond-buying policy and competition between lenders are among the factors that influence mortgage rates.

March 24, 2023 Mortgage Rates: Steady or Sinking?
finance2 years ago

March 24, 2023 Mortgage Rates: Steady or Sinking?

Mortgage rates have dropped significantly, with the 30-year mortgage average falling by more than a quarter percentage point. The 30-year average is now at 6.65%, its lowest level since February 9. Refinancing rates have also decreased, with the 30-year refi average dropping by 29 basis points. Jumbo 30-year rates remain steady at a 5.77% average. The Federal Reserve's bond-buying policy and competition between lenders are among the factors that influence mortgage rates.