Florence Oregon Real Estate - Time To Buy - Interest Rates Are Rising
Posted by Dennis Pease on Saturday, June 14th, 2008 at 12:05pm.
Mortgage rates are still moving up, as more of the economic indicators are pointing down. The Labor Dept. disclosed today that the inflation rate for the last 12 months ending on May 31 st was at 4.2%. This information comes from the CPI, Consumer Price Index, which is one of the key indicators that the Federal Reserve uses to determine their course of action regarding short term interest rate increases or decreases.
Most analysts don't expect the Fed to make any changes until August or September. This is weighing heavy on the bond market, because inflation is the arch enemy of bond investors. Inflation dilutes the earnings of bonds, so the pricing for that market has been trending down for nearly 2 weeks now, and as you know, when bond pricing goes down mortgage rates go up. Bond investors would be much more comfortable if the Fed raised the short term rate to help fight inflation, but that move could work against what little economic growth we have going right now.
You know that there are some incredible buys out there, and if the perfect house presents itself to your buyer, the interest rate should not be a deal breaker. I'd be happy to explain to them why that's true, and as the professional I know you are, I'm sure you have some ammunition for that objection as well.
Have an extraordinary weekend!
The following rates are based on 30 day locks with no discount points, as of this morning. They are not come ons, they are the rates your buyers will most likely get from a reputable lender, regardless of what is advertised. Certainly there are other specialized programs available, depending on the qualifications of the buyer.
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30 year fixed conforming = |
6.500% |
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15 year = |
6.125% |
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3/1 ARM = |
6.250% |
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5/1 ARM = |
6.000% |
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Jumbo fixed = |
6.750% |
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Jumbo ARM = |
7.000% |
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FHA/VA 30 year fixed = |
6.500% |
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Prime rate is currently = |
5.000% |
Authored by Lorin Wamsley, CMPS - Senior Mortgage Consultant, Precision Funding
Phone: 541-681-8787
Dennis Pease - RE/MAX Integrity Real Estate Broker invites you to see more Florence Oregon Real Estate information and All the Area Real Estate Listings . If you are looking for a mortgage consultant, call Lorin at the number above and tell him Dennis sent you.
11 Responses to "Florence Oregon Real Estate - Time To Buy - Interest Rates Are Rising"
I surprised to see the effects of what the cost of gas is doing to homes in and out of town. People do not want to drive. I cannot sell a palace on the outskirts for what I can get for a bungalow in town.
Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:30 AM.
Thanks for sharing this interesting post. Keep it up. I'll visit this page more often.
Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:31 AM.
I'm saying the same thing here in Austin. The other thing to consider in some markets like Austin is that after this buying season, builders will have fewer specs on the ground. When they do build, the cost will be higher than what new construction (specs) are going for now. So a combination of higher prices a year from now and the probability of interest rates being higher means that people need to buy now.
Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:32 AM.
Interest rates in the US are tremendous right now. My sister just bought a home in Australia and is paying 10% with excellent credit. And their economy is booming by Australian standards.
Prices here are great for buying and so are interest rates (IMHO).
Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:36 AM.
Do you think the foreclosure rates in your part of the country are on the decline?
Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:38 AM.
Almost a month since this post was written. And it looks like you were correct. Mortgage rates have risen somewhat since this post. I have a feeling they might go up some over the next month as well.
Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:39 AM.
based on your article, it seem that rising of mortgages makes hard for the investors to establish their own.
Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:41 AM.
Hopefully the Feds can keep Fannie/Freddie above water. If not, it will only get much much worse.
Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:42 AM.
I find the information in this blog very insightful!
Fannie and Freddie are in need of help...
I found good real estate opportunities here
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Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:44 AM.
Nice to see some one giving something away that is worth something for a change. The price of gas is really high at this moment, it has a negative effect on different aspects of business.
Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:47 AM.
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I think you are 100% correct on this Dennis. I also think the economy is pretty slow right now and will continue to be for a while as the shock of $4 gas has put the brakes on many people and businesses.
Posted on Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 at 12:27 AM.