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Monday, August 19, 2024   /   by Dick Keenan

How Mortgage Rate Changes Impact Your Home Buying Power

If you’re considering buying or selling a home, mortgage rates are likely at the forefront of your thoughts. These rates play a crucial role in determining how much you’ll pay each month on your mortgage, so it’s important to factor them into your plans. Here’s what you need to know about the current mortgage rate landscape and how it affects your buying power.

What’s the Current Trend with Mortgage Rates?

Recently, mortgage rates have been on a downward trend, which is promising news for those looking to buy a home. However, it’s essential to remember that mortgage rates can be unpredictable. They are influenced by a variety of factors, including the state of the economy, the job market, inflation, and the Federal Reserve’s policies.

As Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist at First American, points out, “The ongoing deceleration in inflation, coupled with the Federal Reserve’s recent indication of potential rate cuts [in 20. ...

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Thursday, September 24, 2020   /   by Traci Pimentel

Home Equity Give Sellers Options in Today’s Market

Homeownership is one of the best ways to invest in your financial future, especially as your home equity grows. Home equity is a form of forced savings that can work to your advantage as the value of your home appreciates. Across the country, home equity was increasing before the health crisis swept our nation, and it continues to grow throughout the year, giving sellers powerful options in this market.
According to the just-released Q2 Homeowner Equity Insights Report by CoreLogic:
“U.S. homeowners with mortgages (roughly 63% of all properties) have seen their equity increase by a total of nearly $620 billion since the second quarter of 2019, an increase of 6.6%, year over year.” 
Dr. Frank Nothaft, Chief Economist for CoreLogic, attributes much of the equity growth to rising home prices:
“The CoreLogic Home Price Index registered a 4.3% annual rise in prices through June, which supported an increase in home equit; ...

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