Mortgage Rates Jumped Last Week. The Trend Continues Today Last week’s newsletter noted an exceptional lack of volatility, but the week ended up shifting gears in a noticeable way. Monday was actually an extension of last week’s ultra-narrow range…
First things first, due to the market’s reaction to the Iran war, mortgage rates remain much higher than they were at the end of February. That said, they definitely did not move higher this past week. You may have seen…
If you’re buying land or planning to build a home in North Florida or South Georgia (or anywhere, really), there’s one crucial step you shouldn’t overlook: the perc test. With many properties in this region located outside city limits…
March is Regime Change Month For Rates While the word “regime” is often seen in a geopolitical context, it’s also common in financial markets. With respect to mortgage rates, the most recent regime involved steady improvement starting in May 2025…
The Fed is Cutting Rates, But Not Mortgage Rates! National Mortgage Rate Survey Data Source:Â Mortgage News Daily *Rates can vary significantly with different credit scores, down-payments, property types, and a variety of other factors. The below are all based on…
Mortgage Rates Aren’t Too Far From 3 Year Lows National Mortgage Rate Survey Data Source:Â Mortgage News Daily *Rates can vary significantly with different credit scores, down-payments, property types, and a variety of other factors. The below are all based on…
Lowest Rates Since Fed Day After New Tariff Escalation National Mortgage Rate Survey Data Source:Â Mortgage News Daily *Rates can vary significantly with different credit scores, down-payments, property types, and a variety of other factors. The below are all based on…
Becoming Part of the Community Buying a home isn’t just about moving into a new space—it’s about becoming part of a community. Whether you’ve moved across town or across the country, one of the best ways to feel settled and…
Job Count and Mortgage Rates Go Cliff-Diving National Mortgage Rate Survey Data Source: Mortgage News Daily *Rates can vary significantly with different credit scores, down-payments, property types, and a variety of other factors. The below are all based on best-case scenarios. This…
Why a Mortgage Calculator Matters Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make—and it’s important to go in with a clear picture of what your monthly payments might look like. That’s where a mortgage calculator…
