by Gracia Eisman | Dec 5, 2024 | Forecasts, Mortgage Rates
One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds right now is: when will mortgage rates come down? After several years of rising rates and a lot of bouncing around in 2024, we’re all eager for some relief. While no one can project where rates will go with...
by Gracia Eisman | Oct 1, 2024 | Buyers, Mortgage Rates
After months of sitting on the sidelines, many homebuyers who were priced out by high mortgage rates and affordability challenges finally have an opportunity to make their move. With rates trending down, today’s market is a sweet spot for buyers—and it’s one that may...
by Gracia Eisman | Sep 17, 2024 | Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Sellers
Mortgage rates have hit their lowest point in over a year and a half. And that’s big news if you’ve been sitting on the homebuying sidelines waiting for this moment. Even a small decline in rates could help you get a better monthly payment than you would expect on...
by Gracia Eisman | Sep 16, 2024 | Buyers, Buying Tips, Inventory, Mortgage Rates
A shift is underway in the housing market this season. And if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right moment to jump back into your homebuying search, this is a great time to do it. That’s because the best week to buy a home this year is just around...
by Gracia Eisman | Sep 10, 2024 | Affordability, Buyers, Buying Tips, Mortgage Rates
Since the supply of homes for sale is growing and mortgage rates are coming down, you may be thinking it’s finally your moment to jump into the market. To make sure you’re ready, you need to get pre-approved for a mortgage. That’s when a lender looks at your finances,...
by Gracia Eisman | Aug 26, 2024 | Affordability, Mortgage Rates
You won’t find anyone who’s going to argue that mortgage rates have had a big impact on housing affordability over the past couple of years. But there is hope on the horizon. Rates have actually started to come down. And, recently they hit the lowest point we’ve seen...
