As of the week ending on April 25, 2024, the average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is reported at approximately 7.877%. It’s important to note that these rates have seen some fluctuations, and various factors including economic conditions and the borrower’s credit profile influence the final rate offered. For those considering refinancing, the average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate refinance loan has slightly increased to about 8.425%​​.

Mortgage rates are significantly influenced by economic factors, personal financial details of the borrower, and the specific conditions of the mortgage market at the time. For instance, someone with a strong credit score and a substantial down payment might secure a lower rate, while those with lower credit scores or smaller down payments might face higher rates​​.

If you’re thinking of securing a mortgage or refinancing your current one, it would be beneficial to compare rates from multiple lenders to find the best deal for your situation. As of April 30, 2024, the housing market is showing signs of resilience and growth in certain areas despite ongoing challenges like high mortgage rates and affordability issues. Key insights include:

• Home sales have seen a mix of increases and decreases depending on the region. Nationally, existing home sales have improved month-over-month but are still below the levels from the previous year. New home sales show slight growth compared to the previous year, indicating a shift where more buyers are opting for new homes due to the low supply of existing homes​ (Freddie Mac – We Make Home Possible)​.

• The National Association of Realtors (NAR) forecasts a significant increase in existing-home sales to 4.71 million for 2024, which is up from the previous year. This growth is expected to be concentrated in markets with high demand such as Austin, Texas, which is noted as a top market to watch due to pent-up housing demand​ (http://www.nar.realtor)​.

• Mortgage rates have remained steady with an average of around 6.8% as of March, impacting both buying and refinancing activities. Although this presents challenges, there’s an uptick in both refinance activity and purchase applications as the market adapts to these conditions​ (Freddie Mac – We Make Home Possible)​.

Overall, while the housing market faces headwinds from higher rates and price pressures, certain regions are experiencing growth, and there’s a general sense of cautious optimism as the market adapts to the economic landscape of 2024.

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How is the National Realtor Association ruling affect real estate agents making money especially buying agents. Thank you in advance.

My application is currently in underwriting. I am concerned that because my student loans are so high that my DTI may not pass. I have found a home that is scheduled to close on 11/19/2024. Honestly I did not see you site until after applying thru my current lender. Would you be able to take over the case and will I still be able to close on November 19th, 2024 or earlier? I am in Illinois and also seeking downpayment assistance if possible. The Home Inspection and Appraisal have all been completed. My student loans total 186k and I am currently in deferment, but the lender is saying that the payments are coming up to 0.50% of the outstanding student loan balance per month…but I am paying $0.00. My credit score middle is 643. Also I am currently employed but will start a new job in a week making more money. Can you help? What steps will I need to take.Renting a home for two years owner decided to sale to me via notice to vacate. I have bad credit, owe taxes and zero for a down payment. What are my options in Michigan

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Is it possible to be pre-approved for USDA and a Conventional product? We really would like to stay in the town we live in, but it is excluded from USDA. We like the USDA mortgage for all the reasons that make it popular. So can a person get two types, in case homes come available in different areas or would it be best to just get conventional pre-approved? Can you have a USDA and Conventional loan at the same time? Does USDA allow non-occupant co-borrowers? What would cause a USDA loan to be denied? How strict are USDA appraisals? Can you avoid PMI with USDA loan? Can you have an FHA and USDA loan at the same time? What is the maximum debt to income ratio for a USDA loan? What are the requirements for a USDA loan in Oregon? Can USDA loan be used on Fixer Upper? Is there an income limit for first time home buyers in Oregon? How does USDA calculate household income?

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Is it possible to obtain a FHA mortgage during active Chapter 13 with another bankruptcy from years prior? How long after a Chapter 13 bankruptcy can I get an FHA loan? Can you get a mortgage after a Chapter 13 bankruptcy? Can you get a loan while in Chapter 13? Does FHA allow multiple bankruptcies?

Can me and my husband by ONE house each rent them out and then use that income to buy our forever home?

What are the guidelines and requirements on flip-and-flip loans at Lending Network? How much down payment is required? What are the requirements to qualify for fix-and-flip loans? Can you explain the steps of fix-and-flip loans? Does the borrower need to have experience in doing fix-and flips? What types of properties are eligible for fix-and-flip loans?

Leave alligators alone if you don’t want to get hurt.

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Is Joe Biden the head of the Biden Crime Family? Is Jim Biden, Joe Biden brother, a criminal? Did James Biden commit Healthcare fraud? Who is Jim Biden. Did Joe Biden know James Biden’s allegedly criminal activity?

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Pilot of Lufthansa 747 Jumbo Aircraft has an engine failure and makes an emergency landing. Captain of the 747 Lufthansa Jumbo Jet communicates with air traffic control that the jet has an engine failure but it’s not an emergency. Air traffic control says emergency crew is on stand by. Pilot tells air traffic control emergency crew not needed when he is about to make emergency landing on the runway of airport.

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is normally a five year payment plan by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Five years is a long time. During the five year repayment plan of a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, how can you buy a house? Are there mortgage lenders that will lend on homebuyers who are in an active Chapter 13 Bankruptcy repayment plan? How does Chapter 13 affect getting a mortgage? How long do I have to wait to purchase a house after Chapter 13? Can you get an FHA loan while in Chapter 13?

Unbelieveable the number of politicians and famous people on the pedophile list of Jeffrey Epstein. What is going on with this world. Is our society full of evil? Is Satan the new normal? Are there any more morals in today’s society anymore? Are politicians all corrupt? Are the good guys too shy to speak up? If Gillaine Maxwell is in jail why aren’t other pedophiles in jail or at the very least charged? Is cheating at the voter polls, coming out with fake economic numbers, fake news, and hiding the truth the new normal? Are we going to keep printing money and dilute our dollar where we make a laughing stock of our dollar? Nobody wants to buy our treasuries and bonds. Other nations consider our treasury junk and a joke where it has no more values. The good guys need to speak out and form a coalition and fight for truth, justice, and the survival of our great country. Take over evil and get rid of satan. liars, cheaters, and fake news. Get real news back. Get Americans to trust our country and people. Get the world to trust us again and get our great country back.

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Joe Rogan has an interview with a guest speaker who is discussing the end of the world

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