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February Sees Strong Surge in U.S. Existing Home Sales
In February, sales of previously owned U.S. homes surged, marking the strongest pace in a year as homebuyers were encouraged by a slight dip in mortgage rates and an increase in available properties. The National Association of Realtors reported a 9.5% increase in existing home sales from January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of […]
U.S. Mortgage Rates Climb Near 7% Amid Spring Homebuying Season
Amidst the onset of the spring homebuying season, the average long-term U.S. mortgage rate has surged back to nearly 7%, inching close to its level two weeks prior, thereby impacting borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers. According to data from Freddie Mac released on Thursday, the average rate on a 30-year mortgage escalated to 6.87% from […]
Fannie Mae Forecasts Continued Mortgage Rate Pressure Despite Strong Economic Indicators
Fannie Mae’s Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) group indicated this week that despite strong employment figures and higher-than-expected inflation data, the Federal Reserve is unlikely to ease its monetary policy in the near future. Consequently, 30-year mortgage rates are expected to remain elevated for a longer period than previously anticipated. Contrary to earlier projections of […]
The Struggles of CRE CLOs in a Volatile Real Estate Market
In recent times, commercial real estate collateralized loan obligations (CRE CLOs) have faced unprecedented challenges as borrowers grapple with repaying loans tied to risky real estate projects. These financial products bundle debt that conventional mortgage-backed securities would typically deem too speculative, presenting a complex landscape for investors and issuers alike. Over the last seven months, […]
New Homes Shine in Current Housing Market
Despite challenges in the housing market, new homes are emerging as a bright spot in 2024. The SPDR S&P Homebuilders ETF (XHB) has seen a 10% increase in value since the year began, reflecting the growing demand for new housing options. One of the key factors driving this trend is the reluctance of existing homeowners […]
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