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The Fed pauses its rate hikes for now, will it last?

Housing Wire

The FOMC also said it would continue to reduce its holdings of Treasury securities and agency debt and agency mortgage-backed securities. In fact, mortgage applications picked up in the week leading up to the Fed meeting, signaling a wave of optimism. However, at Mortgage News Daily , mortgage rates were higher on Tuesday, at 7.30%.

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IS THE REAL ESTATE WINDOW CLOSING SHUT?

Will Springer Realtor

The Federal Reserve, which has been buying mortgage-related securities for more than a year to artificially keep interest rates low, has signaled a desire to taper its bulk purchases within the next month or so. A 30-year mortgage in our area could be had for about 3.125%, up from about 2.875% a month ago. Estimated opening is 2026.

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FINDING THE KEY TO UNLOCK ‘STUCK’ HOMEOWNERSHIP RATE

Will Springer Realtor

Calling upon Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and other secondary-market mortgage holders to lower the bar to ownership through tax credits, larger deductions on mortgage interest and greater options for down payment assistance can also help. Beyond the affordability issue, much more needs to be done to address the housing shortage.

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