April 12th, 2024 8:14 PM by Eric Willner
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From Interest Rates to Property Taxes: Get the Latest Insights for Real Estate Success!
By Eric Willner, Host of The Real Estate Show, America’s longest running daily radio show about real estate.
Welcome to the Real Estate Show – South Florida's #1 Real Estate Radio Show and America's longest running daily radio show about real estate! My name is Eric Willner, known as the Voice of Real Estate and founder of America's longest running daily radio show about real estate and also creator of The Automatic Landlord System for Owning Cash Flowing Real Estate "Profitably and Hassle-Free." Think of this show as a virtual real estate seminar in every episode!
This is the "Wednesday Midweek Mortgage & Market Report" Edition of The Real Estate Show, where we dissect the latest headlines and keep you informed about all things related to buying, selling, and investing in real estate.
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Let's continue our conversation about why NOW is the perfect time to buy real estate. Let's dive into some recent headlines that highlight the importance of affordable housing and its impact on wealth, independence, and peace of mind.
Understanding these current events and trends can help you get organized and gain a financial edge in the real estate market.
Here are some top trending topics:
(1) BankRate.com:
On Wednesday, April 10, 2024, the current average interest rate for the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage is 7.02%, increasing 10 basis points since the same time last week. If you're looking to refinance, today's national average interest rate for a 30-year fixed refinance is 6.97%, increasing 4 basis points since the same time last week. Mortgage rates have jumped around but remain elevated. In 2024, experts were predicting the 30-year mortgage to slowly shift down, eventually landing under 6 percent. Mortgage rates change constantly, however, and many factors could play out between now and year-end to change those projections.
(2) Mortgage refinance demand surges even as rates cross back over 7%. Here’s why
KEY POINTS
· The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances ($766,550 or less) increased to 7.01% from 6.91%
· Applications to refinance a home loan jumped 10% for the week and were 4% higher than the same week one year ago.
· Applications for a mortgage to purchase a home fell 5% for the week and were 23% lower than the same week one year ago.
Overall mortgage demand has now moved sideways for three straight weeks, but last week saw a split between those looking to buy a home and those hoping to save money with a refinance.
Total mortgage application volume increased just 0.1% last week compared with the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s seasonally adjusted index, essentially flat.
The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances ($766,550 or less) increased to 7.01% from 6.91%, with points remaining at 0.59 (including the origination fee) for loans with a 20% down payment.
“Mortgage rates moved higher last week as several Federal Reserve officials reiterated a patient posture on rate cuts. Inflation remains stubbornly above the Fed’s target, and the broader economy continues to show resiliency. Unexpectedly strong employment data released last week further added to the upward pressure on rates,” said Joel Kan, MBA’s vice president and deputy chief economist.
Investors have been waiting for the all important monthly report on consumer prices, an indicator of inflation. It is set to be released Wednesday morning, and depending on the outcome, mortgage rates could make a strong move in either direction.
(3) Buyers of newly built homes can face a property tax surprise. Here’s why
First-time homeowners often face sticker shock on their mortgage payments after the first year of ownership.
“All counties reassess a property’s taxes — it depends on when,” said Melissa Cohn, regional vice president at William Raveis Mortgage. While some places may differ on frequency, “if it’s new construction, they always reassess.”
It’s not unusual for new homeowners to face financial surprises, but people buying a newly built home may be more likely to encounter sticker shock on a key expense.
Almost 75% of recent homebuyers had regrets about their purchase, according to a 2023 survey from Real Estate Witch. Property taxes were the most common gripe, surprising 33% of new owners.
With new builds, property taxes can change dramatically after purchase because initial rates are often based on estimates. That can be jarring for homeowners who already stretched their budgets to afford a home in the current market.
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