Mortgage Rates Pull Back

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March 16, 2023
Mortgage rates are down following an increase of more than half a percent over five consecutive weeks. Turbulence in the financial markets is putting significant downward pressure on rates, which should benefit borrowers in the short-term. During times of high mortgage rate volatility, homebuyers would greatly benefit from shopping for additional rate quotes. Our research concludes that homebuyers can potentially save $600 to $1,200 annually by taking the time to shop among multiple lenders.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.

Weekly Market Report

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For Week Ending March 4, 2023

According to recent data from Black Knight, more than 40% of US mortgages originated in 2020 – 2021, with almost 25% of all current home loans originating in 2021, when the pandemic helped mortgage rates tumble to historic lows. What’s more, nearly 65% of mortgages are at rates of 4% or below, offering little incentive for many current homeowners to sell their homes now that borrowing costs are significantly higher.

IN THE TWIN CITIES REGION, FOR THE WEEK ENDING MARCH 4:

  • New Listings decreased 23.2% to 1,126
  • Pending Sales decreased 36.1% to 751
  • Inventory increased 11.3% to 5,539

FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY:

  • Median Sales Price increased 2.7% to $342,000
  • Days on Market increased 46.3% to 60
  • Percent of Original List Price Received decreased 3.6% to 96.0%
  • Months Supply of Homes For Sale increased 55.6% to 1.4

All comparisons are to 2022

Click here for the full Weekly Market Activity Report. From MAAR Market Data News.

Mortgage Rates Continue Their Upward Trajectory

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March 9, 2023
Mortgage rates continue their upward trajectory as the Federal Reserve signals a more aggressive stance on monetary policy. Overall, consumers are spending in sectors that are not interest rate sensitive, such as travel and dining out. However, rate-sensitive sectors, such as housing, continue to be adversely affected. As a result, would-be homebuyers continue to face the compounding challenges of affordability and low inventory.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.

Weekly Market Report

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For Week Ending February 25, 2023

According to a recent National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) survey, building material prices were the most significant issue for US homebuilders last year, with 96% of builders reporting that building material prices were a problem. Availability of building materials and cost and availability of labor also ranked among the largest problems builders faced in 2022, along with rising inflation and higher interest rates, both of which remain top concerns this year for the majority of builders surveyed.

IN THE TWIN CITIES REGION, FOR THE WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 25:

  • New Listings decreased 35.3% to 743
  • Pending Sales decreased 23.5% to 744
  • Inventory increased 15.1% to 5,735

FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY:

  • Median Sales Price increased 2.7% to $342,000
  • Days on Market increased 46.3% to 60
  • Percent of Original List Price Received decreased 3.6% to 96.0%
  • Months Supply of Homes For Sale increased 55.6% to 1.4

All comparisons are to 2022

Click here for the full Weekly Market Activity Report. From MAAR Market Data News.

Mortgage Rates Trend Up

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February 23, 2023
The economy continues to show strength, and interest rates are repricing to account for the stronger than expected growth, tight labor market and the threat of sticky inflation. Our research shows that rate dispersion increases as mortgage rates trend up. This means homebuyers can potentially save $600 to $1,200 annually by taking the time to shop among lenders to find a better rate.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.

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