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Jul 10, 2025 2:03 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Broadly Sideways
This week's mortgage rate movement has been influenced by last week's jobs report, with rates initially rising before gradually fading. Yesterday saw a slight improvement, but today rates are mostly unchanged. Overall, rates have been mostly flat since Monday due to the lack of significant economic news this week.
Jul 9, 2025 3:03 PM
— Bond Markets
Correction to the Correction. Will it Last?
Bond traders demonstrated clear foresight by starting buying early in the week, leading to consistent buying and improvement in 10yr Treasury yields and MBS. The market saw a classic correction to June's rally followed by a correction of that correction, with events like the 10yr Treasury auction and Fed Minutes having varying impacts throughout the week.
Jul 9, 2025 1:02 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rate Losing Streak Ends With Moderate Victory
Mortgage rates have been consistently moving upward since last Wednesday, but the movement hasn't been too drastic. However, today the bond market showed signs of tiredness pushing rates higher. Bonds improved throughout the trading session, erasing the damage from yesterday and Monday. There's no guarantee for the future, but today's improvement could signal a positive trend if rate-friendly econ... more
Jul 9, 2025 7:03 AM
— Interest Rates
Bonds Sticking to Predictable Script So Far This Week
The article discusses how the bond market is often unpredictable when it comes to interest rate movement, but there are certain conditions that can result in somewhat reliable patterns. After a sell-off due to a big data flash point, the market tends to undergo a correction before settling into a sideways range trade while waiting for more meaningful data or events to drive a breakout.
Jul 9, 2025 6:02 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Pulte's Vantage Score Comments Leave Mortgage Market Guessing
Toms River schools in New Jersey are filing for Chapter 9 bankruptcy after significant property tax increases. New Jersey residents already face high property taxes. New legislation in New Jersey now imposes a tax on high-value home sales, known as the 'mansion tax'. Additionally, FHFA Director Bill Pulte's tweet announcing changes to credit policy has raised questions and concerns in the mortgage... more
Jul 9, 2025 6:02 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Big Jump in Mortgage Demand, But Rates Are Already Rising Again
Mortgage application activity increased by 9.4% following a drop in rates to the lowest levels in 3 months. Refinance applications were up 9% from the previous week and purchase applications rose 9% as well. The average 30-year fixed rate fell to 6.77%. Despite the recent surge in activity, there are concerns about rates bouncing back to previous levels.
Jul 8, 2025 2:05 PM
— Bond Markets
Correction Starting to Level Off?
Bonds managed to stop the bleeding early and push back toward unchanged levels by the end of the day, showing a potential trend reversal. Despite some selling overnight and early in the day, there was a very slight recovery with very low volatility.
Jul 8, 2025 12:05 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Still Lower Than May/June Despite Drifting Higher
Mortgage rates have increased steadily in July, with the average top tier 30yr fixed scenario rising from 6.67% to 6.81% in just 4 days. Despite this, rates are still the lowest since late April.
Jul 8, 2025 12:01 PM
— Mortgage Lenders
MSR Exchange, DSCR, DPA/Energy, Automated Bank Statement Analysis; LO Comp Changes
The article discusses various updates and developments in the mortgage industry, including information on technology impacting lending, a platform for vendors and service providers, and new loan products from different companies.
Jul 8, 2025 8:06 AM
— Bond Markets
Heads: They Win. Tails: You Lose
Stocks and bonds are responding to new developments on the tariff front, with letters sent to trade partners announcing new tariff rates effective August 1st. Despite general tariff fatigue, the market was paying attention due to the formal nature of the announcements. While stocks were falling, bonds were holding steady, and vice versa.
Jul 8, 2025 4:02 AM
— Bond Markets
Slow Start; Light Calendar This Week
After a rally reversal following last week's jobs report, the bond market is facing a data-free week with little movement from last Thursday's close. Thursday saw heavy selling, potentially ending the rally trend from late June. The most anticipated event on the horizon is next week's CPI data, which will likely determine the direction of trading levels and trends.
Jul 7, 2025 2:04 PM
— Bond Markets
Correction Continues Despite Tariff Announcements
Bonds started the day weaker and continued to lose ground in the morning. After new tariff announcements caused selling in stocks, there was some initial buying in bonds, but not for long. Tariffs have proven to be a double-edged sword for bonds. Today's weakness added to a multi-day correction that began last Wednesday. Buyers may remain hesitant until more of the week's Treasury auction cycle ta... more
Jul 7, 2025 12:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Continue Higher For Third Straight Day
Mortgage rates remained stable or decreased for the entire second half of June but have started to rise in response to economic data and the recent jobs report. This increase in rates marks the highest levels since June 25th, although those rates were still the lowest since early April at that time.
Jul 3, 2025 2:45 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Refis Pick Up Steam as Rate Relief Returns
Mortgage application activity increased last week as rates decreased to the lowest levels since April. Refinance applications rose 7% from the previous week, with a 40% increase compared to the same week last year. Purchase applications remained relatively flat. The average 30-year fixed rate dropped to 6.79%, leading to higher refinance activity and a rise in ARM share.
Jul 3, 2025 1:00 PM
— Bond Markets
Big Market Reaction but Mortgages Outperform
The strong jobs report led to bond sellers pushing the yield curve higher, especially at the short end, but MBS didn't experience as much damage. The MBS market remained relatively stable despite uncertainties about Treasury auctions and the recent spending bill.
Jul 3, 2025 12:01 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Rose Less Than Expected After Employment Data
The hotly anticipated jobs report showed no rise in unemployment and a decline to 4.1%, along with a notable increase in the job count to 147k. This led to the bond market surging towards higher yields, indicating upward pressure on mortgage rates, although lenders were already getting in position for the data earlier in the week, which helped absorb most of the bond market movement without signif... more
Jul 3, 2025 9:01 AM
— Housing Market
HELOC Products; Bank Builder JV; Customer Service and Compliance; Employment Data
The article discusses various topics related to mortgages, including the impact of inflation on hot dog prices, the strength of the economy affecting Fed rate cuts, new mortgage divisions launched by banks and builders, the importance of customer service in compliance strategy, developments in the capital markets, and the role of MISMO standards for mortgage loan officers.
Jul 3, 2025 7:01 AM
— Bond Markets
Jobs Report Comes in Stronger. Bonds React Logically
The jobs report for this morning showed stronger results than expected, leading to bond market weakness. The drop in unemployment also contributed to the sell-off. Despite some 'yeah buts' in the data, there was nothing significant enough to suggest lower yields. Revisions have been more aligned with the consensus, which could potentially benefit the bond market in the future.
Jul 2, 2025 2:00 PM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Circle The Wagons Ahead of High Risk NFP
The bond market is anticipating a lower NFP number despite the consensus of 110k. The ADP employment report showed a significant miss, causing initial bond market rally that was not sustained. Overall, there was minimal weakness with bonds holding steady on the eve of high-consequence data release.
Jul 2, 2025 12:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Rates Finally Rise Ahead of Jobs Report
Mortgage rates, after falling consistently for over two weeks, increased by 0.06% today. However, rates are still at their lowest since early April. There is an expectation for rates to bounce back after a winning streak of 5-8 days. The upcoming jobs report and Inflation data could impact the Fed's decision on cutting rates this month, which will, in turn, affect mortgage rates. The market is ant... more
Jul 2, 2025 9:00 AM
— Housing Market
Processing, Lead-Gen Tools; HELOCs, 2nds, Non-Agency Products; Maryland's DSCR Controversy
The article discusses the projected slowing of home price appreciation due to increased supply, steady interest rates, and weaker economic conditions. Various forecasts predict average home price growth ranging from decline to slight increase in the coming years. Additionally, the article mentions new products and services offered by different mortgage-related companies to enhance loan officer lea... more
Jul 2, 2025 7:00 AM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Think About Rallying on ADP Data, But Already Getting Cold Feet
The ADP employment report came out much weaker than expected, prompting a potential rally on the bond market. However, global bond markets are facing pressure from a rout in UK debt and ADP's track record in predicting NFP is hit or miss.
Jul 1, 2025 2:00 PM
— Bond Markets
Traders Buy The Dip After AM Data
Bonds started the day in line with yesterday's levels but were impacted by data releases like the JOLTS report and Senate's spending bill passage. Despite some volatility, bonds remained open-minded ahead of the upcoming jobs report and CPI release. Throughout the day, there was some back and forth movement in bond prices and yields.
Jul 1, 2025 12:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Hold Steady at 3 Month Lows
The average 30yr fixed mortgage rate is currently at a low point, with some lenders offering slightly lower rates due to improvements in the bond market. Job openings data released this morning caused a slight deterioration in the bond market. Thursday's big jobs report could lead to increased volatility in mortgage rates.
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