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Buy Now, or Wait?

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Buying Tips, For Buyers, Infographics, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

Some Highlights If you’re wondering if you should buy now or wait, here’s what you need to know. If you wait for rates to drop more, you’ll have to deal with more competition and higher prices as additional buyers jump back in. But if you buy now, you’d get ahead of that and have the chance to start building equity. Should you buy now or wait? Connect with a real estate agent and talk through it together, so you can make your best decision.

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Lower Mortgage Rates Boost Your Buying Power

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Buyers, Infographics, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

Some Highlights Mortgage rates are trending down and that’s great news for your bottom line. As rates drop, your monthly payment on your next home does too. Even a small change in mortgage rates can have a big impact on your purchasing power. If you put your search on hold when mortgage rates were higher, think about how much you could save now that rates are coming down.

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Falling Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Sellers, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates, Selling Tips.

If you’ve been hesitant to list your house because you’re worried no one’s buying, here’s your sign it may be time to talk with an agent. After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number of economic factors. And yesterday the Federal Reserve cut the Federal Funds Rate for the first time since they began raising that rate in March 2022. And while they don’t control mortgage rates, this sets the stage for mortgage rates to fall even further than they already have – especially since more cuts from the Fed...

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Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level in over a Year and a Half

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

Mortgage rates have hit their lowest point in over a year and a half. And that’s big news if you’ve been sitting on the homebuying sidelines waiting for this moment. Even a small decline in rates could help you get a better monthly payment than you would expect on your next home. And the drop that’s happened recently isn’t small. As Sam Khater, Chief Economist at Freddie Mac, says: “Mortgage rates have fallen more than half a percent . . . and are at their lowest level since February 2023.” But if you want to see it to really believe it, here’s how the math shakes out. Take a closer look...

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The Best Time To Buy a Home This Year

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Buying Tips, For Buyers, Inventory, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

A shift is underway in the housing market this season. And if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right moment to jump back into your homebuying search, this is a great time to do it. That’s because the best week to buy a home this year is just around the corner. Your sweet spot is here.  The experts at Realtor.com study seasonal trends to figure out the ideal week for homebuyers: “Nationally, the best time to buy in 2024 is the week of Sept. 29–Oct. 5. This week historically has shown the best balance of market conditions that favor buyers. Inventory tends to be high,...

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Why Pre-Approval Should Be at the Top of Your Homebuying To-Do List

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Affordability, Buying Tips, For Buyers, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

Since the supply of homes for sale is growing and mortgage rates are coming down, you may be thinking it’s finally your moment to jump into the market. To make sure you’re ready, you need to get pre-approved for a mortgage. That’s when a lender looks at your finances, including things like your W-2, tax returns, credit score, and bank statements, to figure out what they’re willing to loan you. After that process, you’ll get a pre-approval letter to show what you can borrow. Here are two reasons why this is essential in today’s market. Pre-Approval Helps You Know Your Numbers While home...

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How the Federal Reserve’s Next Move Could Impact the Housing Market

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Agent Value, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

Now that it’s September, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve (the Fed). The overwhelming expectation is that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate at their upcoming meeting, driven primarily by recent signs that inflation is cooling, and the job market is slowing down. Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody’s Analytics, said: “They’re ready to cut, just as long as we don’t get an inflation surprise between now and September, which we won’t.” But what does this mean for the housing market, and more importantly, for you as a potential homebuyer or seller? Why a Federal Funds Rate Cut Matters The...

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2025 Housing Market Forecasts: What To Expect

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

Looking ahead to 2025, it’s important to know what experts are projecting for the housing market. And whether you’re thinking of buying or selling a home next year, having a clear picture of what they’re calling for can help you make the best possible decision for your homeownership plans. Here’s an early look at the most recent projections on mortgage rates, home sales, and prices for 2025. Mortgage Rates Are Projected To Come Down Slightly Mortgage rates play a significant role in the housing market. The forecasts for 2025 from Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association...

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What’s the Impact of Presidential Elections on the Housing Market?

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Inventory, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

It’s no surprise that the upcoming Presidential election might have you speculating about what’s ahead. And those unanswered thoughts can quickly spiral, causing fear and uncertainty to swirl through your mind. So, if you’ve been considering buying or selling a home this year, you’re probably curious about what the election might mean for the housing market – and if it’s still a good time to make your move. Here’s the good news that may surprise you: typically, Presidential elections have only had a small, temporary impact on the housing market. But your questions are definitely worth...

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What Mortgage Rate Are You Waiting For?

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Affordability, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

You won’t find anyone who’s going to argue that mortgage rates have had a big impact on housing affordability over the past couple of years. But there is hope on the horizon. Rates have actually started to come down. And, recently they hit the lowest point we’ve seen in 2024, according to Freddie Mac (see graph below): And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that may leave you wondering: how much lower are they going to go? Here’s some information that can help you know what to expect. Expert Projections for Mortgage Rates Experts say the overall downward trend should continue as long...

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