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What's Behind Today's Mortgage Rate Volatility?
If you've been keeping an eye on mortgage rates lately, you might feel like you're on a roller coaster ride. One day rates are up; the next they dip down a bit. So, what's driving this constant change? Let's dive into just a few of the major reasons why we're seeing so much volatility, and what it means for you.
The Market's Reaction to the Election
A significant factor causing fluctuations in mortgage rates is the general reaction to the political landscape. Election seasons often bring uncertainty to financial markets, and this one is no diff...
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Don't Let These Two Concerns Hold You Back from Selling Your House
If you're debating whether or not you want to sell right now, it might be because you've got some unanswered questions, like if moving really makes sense in today's market. Maybe you're wondering if it's even a good idea to move right now. Or you're stressed because you think you won't find a house you like.
To put your mind at ease, here's how to tackle these two concerns head-on.
Is It Even a Good Idea To Move Right Now?
If you own a home already, you may have been holding off because you don't want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on your
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What's Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now
Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don't want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. Maybe you're thinking the same thing. And honestly, that's no surprise. It's a very common roadblock and is one of the biggest factors that's kept the number of homes on the market so low for so long.
But a growing number of homeowner...
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What To Expect from Mortgage Rates and Home Prices in 2025
Curious about where the housing market is headed in 2025? The good news is that experts are offering some promising forecasts, especially when it comes to two key factors that directly affect your decisions: mortgage rates and home prices.
Whether you're thinking of buying or selling, here's a look at what the experts are saying and how it might impact your move.
Mortgage Rates Are Forecast To Come Down
One of the biggest factors likely affecting your plans is mortgage rates, and the
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The Benefits of Using Your Equity To Make a Bigger Down Payment
Did you know? Homeowners are often able to put more money down when they buy their next home. That's because, once they sell, they can use the equity they have in their current house toward their next down payment. And it's why as home equity reaches a new height, the median down payment has too.
According to the latest data from Redfin, the typical down payment for U.S. homebuyers is $67,500—that's nearly 15% more than last year, and the highest on record (see graph below):