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Mortgage Rates Hit 6.45%, Applications Drop 4.4% in Latest Data
Mortgage rates increased to 6.45% for 30-year fixed-rate loans, up from 6.37% the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. Total mortgage application volume fell 4.4% week-over-week, with purchase applications declining by 4%, while refinance applications dropped by 5%. The average loan size on a purchase application reached $467,300, the highest since the survey began in 1990. Despite a year-over-year increase in applications, economic uncertainty and rising rates are impacting buyer confidence, particularly among first-time homebuyers.
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Fed Maintains Interest Rates Amid Soaring Oil Prices and Inflation Concerns
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is expected to keep interest rates steady during its upcoming meeting, despite rising oil prices that pose new inflationary threats. This decision comes as the economy faces increased uncertainty, affecting both consumers and businesses. Current oil prices have surged, impacting the overall economic landscape, and prompting the Fed to weigh its options carefully. Market analysts are closely monitoring the situation, as any shift in policy could have significant repercussions for financial markets.
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