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May 7, 2025 1:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Lower After Fed Announcement, But Not Because of It
The article discusses the lack of any rate decision from the Federal Reserve, as there was no expectation for a rate cut at the meeting. The Fed is weighing the impact of tariffs and fiscal policy on employment and inflation, which may influence future rate decisions. Mortgage rates were slightly lower following the meeting, but the movement was already in place beforehand and the change was minim... more
May 7, 2025 9:00 AM
— Housing Market
DPA, AI, Processing, Verification Tools; STRATMOR Tech Survey; Interview on Fraud Threats
The article discusses the current housing market, noting a lack of inventory and an increase in unsold homes. Builders are using incentives to attract buyers, while city dwellers are turning to micro-apartments for affordable living. Mortgage rates are mentioned in passing, with a focus on non-QM lending and the potential for growth in this sector. Various software and services for lenders and bro... more
May 7, 2025 8:00 AM
— Interest Rates
Not Expecting Fireworks From The Fed
The article discusses the fluctuations in bond markets and Fed Funds Rate expectations leading up to Powell's press conference. It mentions the possibility of rate cuts due to economic uncertainties, but also highlights inflation-related uncertainty. The article suggests that Powell may not be able to make any significant changes to interest rates at the moment. Despite this, the market may still ... more
May 6, 2025 2:00 PM
— Treasury Rates
10yr Auction to The Rescue
The recent 10-year Treasury auction had a strong outcome, leading to a drop in yields and an improvement in Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS). This resulted in mortgage rates becoming more favorable for home buyers. Despite the upcoming Fed announcement, where no rate cut is expected, the market is currently in rally mode with MBS up a quarter point and 10-year Treasury yields down. This positive m... more
May 6, 2025 12:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Improve Slightly After Starting Out Flat
Mortgage rates were unchanged in the morning due to an improvement in the bond market, but changed slightly lower after a 10yr Treasury auction in the afternoon. Mortgage rates are closely tied to the bond market, and any changes in Treasury securities can impact mortgage rates. A strong reception for the Treasury auction is positive for rates in general, but economic data and fiscal developments ... more
May 6, 2025 9:00 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
STRATMOR's Tech Survey Results; Commercial Appraisal, Non-QM Investor, Compliance Tools
The article discusses various topics related to the mortgage industry, including the MBA National Secondary conference in Manhattan, the use of AI technology in legal work, and the priorities outlined by the CFPB. It also mentions technology survey findings from STRATMOR and the selection of ICE Mortgage Technology's MSP system by UWM for loan servicing. The article also includes information about... more
May 6, 2025 8:00 AM
— Bond Markets
2-Way Trading, Slightly Weaker Start
The article discusses how bond yields have been fluctuating, with a gradual rally in the morning leading to modest strength by 9am ET. The focus is on German political developments, particularly the election of Chancellor Merz. This has had an impact on German bunds and US Treasuries, with the latter finding a supportive ceiling. Mortgage rates are likely to be influenced by these movements in bon... more
May 5, 2025 3:00 PM
— Bond Markets
Selling Spree Continues, But Gently
The article discusses bond trading and how traders were focused on the ISM Services Index. The index moved slightly higher and did not provide enough fuel for bond bulls, leading to a three-day selling spree. This caused 10-year yields to rise above the 4.34 technical level. Mortgage-backed securities were down slightly and 10-year yields were up, indicating an increase in mortgage rates. This wou... more
May 5, 2025 1:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Roughly Unchanged to Start New Week
On Monday, mortgage rates were slightly impacted by economic data leading to some weakness in the bond market. While this would usually result in higher mortgage rates, the damage was minimal. Mortgage rates do not change in real time, as lenders set rates in the morning and only adjust them if the bond market experiences significant volatility. This means that while a few lenders raised rates on ... more
May 5, 2025 9:00 AM
— Housing Market
Pre-Qual, Fee Collection, Jumbo, Software Designing Tools; Training, Webinars, and Events This Week
The article discusses the significance of Cinco de Mayo and reflects on the Battle of Puebla in Mexico. It mentions the rise in Hispanic home ownership rates in the US and the impact on lenders. It also highlights the mortgage rates in Mexico and the country's homeownership statistics. The article includes information about various events, training, and webinars related to the mortgage industry. A... more
May 5, 2025 7:00 AM
— Treasury Rates
Another ISM Report That Wasn't Weak Enough to Help Bonds
The ISM Services PMI report was released this morning and showed higher results than expected. This, along with strong Treasury auction cycles and the upcoming Fed announcement, has led to an increase in selling pressure and a rise in yields back to the top of the range seen in March. This could lead to an increase in mortgage rates, which may impact home buyers looking to purchase a property.
May 3, 2025 11:00 AM
— Bond Markets
Data Dependence is Back, But Not in A Fun Way
The article discusses the return of data dependence in the bond market, with economic data influencing bond yields. Recent data has been better than expected, leading to higher yields and stock prices. Mortgage-backed securities have experienced selling and weakness, with mortgage rates increasing. This could impact home buyers by making mortgages more expensive.
May 3, 2025 5:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Applications Contract Slightly, But Remain Above 2 Year Average
Mortgage rates have been falling, with additional decreases during the first half of the week. Despite this, there has been hesitation among home buyers, as reflected in the Mortgage Bankers Association's mortgage application survey. The increase in rates at the beginning of the week has led to modest drops in both refinance and purchase indices. MBA notes that demand for purchase applications rem... more
May 2, 2025 12:00 PM
— Housing Market
Home Price Appreciation Remains, But Interesting Trend Emerges
The article discusses recent trends in home prices as reported by the FHFA House Price Index and the Case Shiller Home Price Index. Both indices show that the average home is appreciating between 4 and 5 percent per year. While there has been some variation in monthly movements, the overall picture is relatively stable. The article notes a slight decrease in FHFA's index in February, which could b... more
May 2, 2025 12:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Are Actually Higher This Week
Mortgage rates fluctuated throughout the week, with a slight decrease mid-week followed by an increase back up to 6.90% by the end of the week. The increase in rates was attributed to a stronger than expected jobs report, which is seen as bad news for mortgage rates. This increase in rates may impact home buyers looking to secure a mortgage for a new home.
May 2, 2025 9:00 AM
— Mortgage Lending
LO/Borrower Engagement, HELOC, LO Tech Tools; Agency and Investor News; Fairly Strong Jobs Numbers
This article discusses various developments in the lending and mortgage industry, including the rise of AI-enabled mortgage lenders due to high rates and low volumes. It also highlights the impact of falling mortgage rates on home buyers and the housing market. Additionally, the article mentions changes in policies and procedures by agencies, investors, and lenders in response to directives from t... more
May 2, 2025 7:00 AM
— Bond Markets
Reasonably Strong Jobs Report. Reasonably Weak Reaction in Bonds
The article discusses how the bond market has reacted to the latest jobs numbers, with a stronger than expected report leading to a sell-off in bonds. This has pushed mortgage rates higher, impacting home buyers. Despite the positive jobs data, the economy is not necessarily sliding towards a recession, but the impact on mortgage rates is a concern for potential home buyers. Bond yields are expect... more
May 1, 2025 2:24 PM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Brace For More Data-Driven Volatility
Today's ISM Manufacturing data had an impact on bonds, with the market reacting to the uncertainty in economic data. MBS and 10yr yields fluctuated throughout the day in response to the data.
May 1, 2025 12:24 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Rates Pull Back Slightly After Stronger Economic Data
Mortgage rates, after a steady winning streak, saw a slight increase following a report on the manufacturing sector suggesting contraction. Stronger data typically leads to higher rates as it causes weakness in the bond market. Despite the increase, the average borrower would barely notice a change. Volatility remains a risk with the upcoming release of the Employment Situation report, which has a... more
May 1, 2025 9:00 AM
— Bond Markets
ISM Manufacturing Data Surprises Bonds (Not in a Good Way)
The article discusses recent economic data and its impact on bond and mortgage rates. The S&P Manufacturing PMI data hinted at a market response to economic data after weeks of tariff headlines dominating. The ISM PMI data release was hotly anticipated but did not show the same jump as the S&P version. However, all other components moved higher and beat expectations, causing bonds to react negativ... more
Apr 30, 2025 1:50 PM
— Bond Markets
Action Packed Calendar But No Major Action in Bonds
The article discusses the economic calendar for the day, focusing on GDP, inflation, Treasury issuance, and pending home sales. It notes that while there was a surge in imports affecting GDP, domestic consumption remained normal. Despite some volatility in trading, bonds ended the day almost unchanged. Mortgage-backed securities (MBS) and the 10-year Treasury yield saw some fluctuations throughout... more
Apr 30, 2025 1:50 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Another Small Victory For Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates have been relatively stable and low in recent weeks, with minimal movement in rates on a day-to-day basis. The average top tier 30yr fixed rate is around 6.81%, with individual rates typically ranging between 6.625% and 6.875%. Home buyers should focus on the day-to-day changes in rates rather than the overall index value to understand how rates may impact their individual scenario.
Apr 30, 2025 9:50 AM
— Economic Indicators
Lots of Econ Data and Mixed Messages, But Not Much Change in Bonds
The article discusses the economic reports released on Wednesday morning, including GDP and inflation data. Despite some initial selling off of bonds, mortgage-backed securities remained unchanged overall. The article mentions that GDP was slightly better than expected due to a pre-tariff import surge, and Q1 inflation data was higher than expected. This led to bonds weakening at first, but a flat... more
Apr 30, 2025 8:50 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Buy Before You Sell, Jumbo, CRM Tools; Climate and Catastrophes; Fannie Earnings
The article discusses various updates and partnerships in the mortgage industry, including the impact of the Trump administration's dismissal of climate panel members on climate research. It also mentions new jumbo loan options and guideline enhancements at different mortgage companies. Furthermore, the article highlights partnerships such as FirstHome IQ partnering with Crib Equity to expand home... more
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