March 21, 2022
Mortgage rates trended up for last week, largely due to the Federal Reserve’s rate hike announcement. In its March meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to hike the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, or 0.25%. While this hike was largely expected, the rate hike projections for the rest of the year were not. The new forecast projected seven rate hikes in 2022.
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Mortgage rates trended up for last week, largely due to the Federal Reserve’s rate hike announcement. In its March meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to hike the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, or 0.25%. While this hike was largely expected, the rate hike projections for the rest of the year were not. The new forecast projected seven rate hikes in 2022.
Mortgage rates trended up for last week, largely due to the Federal Reserve’s rate hike announcement. In its March meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to hike the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, or 0.25%. While this hike was largely expected, the rate hike projections for the rest of the year were not. The new forecast projected seven rate hikes in 2022.
Last week brought big news and significant mortgage rate increases. Let’s cover the Fed’s announcement and more in this week’s Mortgage Monday update!
Last week brought big news and significant mortgage rate increases. Let’s cover the Fed’s announcement and more in this week’s Mortgage Monday update!
A Jumbo Loan is a mortgage that exceeds the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac conforming loan limits. With a larger loan limit than conventional mortgages, jumbo loans allow you to finance more expensive properties. But there are several other benefits that may be lesser known.
A Jumbo Loan is a mortgage that exceeds the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac conforming loan limits. With a larger loan limit than conventional mortgages, jumbo loans allow you to finance more expensive properties. But there are several other benefits that may be lesser known.
Posted March 11, 2022 by Christine GrenneyFiled under Great reasons to buy real estate in Park City, Home Buying in Park City, Park City Real Estate Updates.
Jordanelle Reservoir and the Mayflower side of Deer Valley Resort with a fresh coat of snow
Located just 10 minutes from Park City’s east entry on Highway 248, the Jordanelle area is a hotspot for new development; the entire area was master planned when the Jordanelle Reservoir was created in the 1990’s. This overview focus...
Posted March 11, 2022 by Christine GrenneyFiled under Great reasons to buy real estate in Park City, Home Buying in Park City, Park City Real Estate Updates.
Jordanelle Reservoir and the Mayflower side of Deer Valley Resort with a fresh coat of snow
Located just 10 minutes from Park City’s east entry on Highway 248, the Jordanelle area is a hotspot for new development; the entire area was master planned when the Jordanelle Reservoir was created in the 1990’s. This overview focus...
Unless you’re a seasoned real estate investor, it’s likely that you haven’t considered purchasing a multifamily home. At first glance, buying a multifamily home sounds much more expensive than a typical single-family purchase. Although yes, most multifamily homes have a higher sales price than comparable single-family homes, they actually could help you
Unless you’re a seasoned real estate investor, it’s likely that you haven’t considered purchasing a multifamily home. At first glance, buying a multifamily home sounds much more expensive than a typical single-family purchase. Although yes, most multifamily homes have a higher sales price than comparable single-family homes, they actually could help you
Freshly baked cookies may be a long-lost tradition in the real estate world. But newer sales tactics are starting to gain popularity among some home sellers and buyers. Music can move people in many ways – bringing them to tears, energizing their workout, or providing a calming background tune during the workday. In recent years, some REALTORS® have harnessed the power of music to enhance buyers’ experiences at open houses. Some have found that this can help seal the deal. But if y...
Freshly baked cookies may be a long-lost tradition in the real estate world. But newer sales tactics are starting to gain popularity among some home sellers and buyers. Music can move people in many ways – bringing them to tears, energizing their workout, or providing a calming background tune during the workday. In recent years, some REALTORS® have harnessed the power of music to enhance buyers’ experiences at open houses. Some have found that this can help seal the deal. But if y...
In February, the median sales price for an existing home was $357,300 – a 15% increase from February 2021. The rise in home prices combined with higher mortgage rates, limited home inventory, and steep home buyer competition are stretching many buyers beyond their budgets’ limits. To stand out in a competitive market, many will make an offer well above the sales price. But how high is too high when it comes to an offer? Here are some factors to consider when making an offer in the c...
In February, the median sales price for an existing home was $357,300 – a 15% increase from February 2021. The rise in home prices combined with higher mortgage rates, limited home inventory, and steep home buyer competition are stretching many buyers beyond their budgets’ limits. To stand out in a competitive market, many will make an offer well above the sales price. But how high is too high when it comes to an offer? Here are some factors to consider when making an offer in the c...
Last week mortgage rates saw a sharp trend upward. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell spoke on Monday and discussed a more aggressive path with balance sheet reduction. The bond market reacted badly to this, which influenced a sharp trend upward in mortgage rates.
This week, the Case-Shiller home price index is scheduled for release on Tuesday and the construction spending report is scheduled for release on Friday.
Last week mortgage rates saw a sharp trend upward. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell spoke on Monday and discussed a more aggressive path with balance sheet reduction. The bond market reacted badly to this, which influenced a sharp trend upward in mortgage rates.
This week, the Case-Shiller home price index is scheduled for release on Tuesday and the construction spending report is scheduled for release on Friday.
Most people reach an age where they debate if buying a home is right for them. If you find yourself asking this question often, it might be time to evaluate if you’re really ready to buy a home. Here are six sure signs that will help you decide if you’re ready to transition from renting to owning.
Most people reach an age where they debate if buying a home is right for them. If you find yourself asking this question often, it might be time to evaluate if you’re really ready to buy a home. Here are six sure signs that will help you decide if you’re ready to transition from renting to owning.
Last week, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to hike the benchmark interest rate for the first time since 2018. The hike comes after nearly two years of the benchmark rate sitting near zero. It was a hike of 25 basis points, or 0.25%, which brought the benchmark rate to a range of 0.25% to 0.50%. The increase was as expected, but other details of the Committee’s meeting were not – specifically, the number of projected rate hikes for the remainder of 2022. While the fede...
Last week, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to hike the benchmark interest rate for the first time since 2018. The hike comes after nearly two years of the benchmark rate sitting near zero. It was a hike of 25 basis points, or 0.25%, which brought the benchmark rate to a range of 0.25% to 0.50%. The increase was as expected, but other details of the Committee’s meeting were not – specifically, the number of projected rate hikes for the remainder of 2022. While the fede...