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Is the mortgage crisis ending?

Are we really over the crest or just in a trough between waves? Continue reading

More about mortgage-backed securities

I have seen other credible forecasts that when the Fed withdraws support, mortgage rates could increase 1% to 2% about current rates. These “power brokers” are more optimistic, and generally see the market stabilizing. Continue reading

Act soon to take advantage of low interest rates

NOW, we have tax incentives and very low interest rates and seasonally low home prices. LATER, tax incentives will expire (contracts after April 30) and interest rates and home prices are likely to increase. Continue reading

Who controls interest rates?

Many people hang on every report from the Fed, and their activities can have huge impact on our overall economy. They do not, however, manage mortgage interest rates. Continue reading

Easier short sales? Call me a skeptic!

Having worked short sales, representing buyers and sellers over the past several years, I’ll believe it when I see it. Continue reading

Mortgage rates at record low

Interest rates will almost certainly increase next Spring, at the same time that tax incentives expire and seasonal price increases begin. Very significant, given new debt-to-income requirements. Continue reading

Austin-Round Rock MSA — Growing Economy

As always, Austin must grapple with managing the positives of that growth while preserving the culture and the environment that are the basis for the “Austin Lifestyle” that attracts and keeps so many people here. Continue reading

HELOC Anyone?

If you needed any more evidence that the times have changed, this is it. Continue reading

Prepare for rising mortgage interest rates

As the Fed stops buying its own bonds, will mortgage interest rates rise? Some think so. Continue reading

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