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What happens after the Fed’s rate hike?

Housing Wire

The Federal Reserve will hold another meeting this week, where everyone assumes we will get another 75 bps rate hike. The question is: how many more rate hikes are left? And, once they’re done hiking rates, will the Fed need to keep rates high because the consumer balance sheet looks so good?

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Should I Lock in My Mortgage Rate Today?

Redfin

Mortgage interest rates are always changing – moving up and down each day, even each hour. These quick changes can impact the amount you pay when you refinance or close on your mortgage. However, locking in your mortgage rate does come with some risk. What does it mean to lock in my interest rate?

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Housing Market Interest Rates: Impact and Outlook 2023

Marco Santarelli

One of the most significant factors impacting the housing market is interest rates. Housing market interest rates (or mortgage rates) play a crucial role in the decision-making process for both homebuyers and sellers. By March 2023, the fed funds rate was increased to a range of 4.75% to 5.00%.

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15 Mortgage Questions to Ask Lenders Before Buying a House

HomeLight

All of these things are stressful and confusing, but you’d be surprised by how many people struggle with the mortgage process. And they need answers to their mortgage questions. As a first-time homebuyer, you’re likely among the 85% of buyers who will apply for a home mortgage instead of paying cash.

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Unlocking Your Home’s Value: Exploring the Benefits of Taking Equity Out of Your House

C4D Crew

In this article, we will explore the concept of taking equity out of your house, the methods available, and the potential benefits and considerations associated with this financial strategy. Home equity is the difference between the market value of your property and the outstanding balance on your mortgage.

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Housing Market 2020 Forecast: Will It Crash or Recover?

Marco Santarelli

Low mortgage rates, population growth, and an increase in buyer interest are further driving the demand for available housing. Earlier, in the first quarter, some economists had predicted that housing prices would fall in 2020 but such forecasts are losing grounds as the U.S. houisng markets for the foreseeable future.

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Miami Real Estate Market & Investment Overview 2020

Marco Santarelli

According to Neigborhoodscout.com's statistics, the Miami real estate appreciated 96.54% over the last ten years, which is an average annual home appreciation rate of 6.99%, putting Miami in the top 10% nationally for real estate appreciation. In the latest quarter, Miami's appreciation rate has been 0.30%. Multiple offers are rare.

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