The past year has been a rollercoaster for interest rates, but in recent weeks, we’re finally seeing a bit of relief. As of mid-October 2025, the average 30 year fixed mortgage rate has eased to 6.23%, while the 7/6 adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) is averaging around 5.72%. Both are down roughly a ... » Learn More about Mortgage Rates Continue to Drift Lower But What’s Really Driving Them?
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Trump vs. the Fed: How Politics Could Drive Mortgage Rates Higher
President Trump has been all over the Federal Reserve pressuring them to lower interest rates since he took office in January. After the Fed Dropped their overnight rate a full percent the end of '23, they've been on hold. Tariffs, Immigration policies, sticky inflation, soft employment... The Fed ... » Learn More about Trump vs. the Fed: How Politics Could Drive Mortgage Rates Higher
San Fernando Valley Real Estate Market End of 2024 Statistics
If you are in the Los Angeles area, and have any questions or real estate sales or financing needs, feel free to contact me Ron Henderson GRI, SRES, SFR, RECS, CIAS, CREN, GREENPresident/BrokerMulti Real Estate Services, Inc.Gov’t Affairs Chair – Southland Regional Association of Realtors ... » Learn More about San Fernando Valley Real Estate Market End of 2024 Statistics
How Trump’s Economic Plan Could Impact Mortgage Rates
When it comes to buying a home, mortgage rates play a massive role in determining affordability. With President-elect Trump’s potential economic policies on the horizon, it’s worth asking: how could these plans influence mortgage rates? Let’s break it down. 1. Fiscal Policies and Government Debt: ... » Learn More about How Trump’s Economic Plan Could Impact Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Plummet a Year Ahead of Fed Funds Rate Drop
I've said it numerous times: the Fed Funds Rate does not directly correlate with the 30-year fixed mortgage rate. Every time the Fed makes a move, it hits the news, and my phone starts ringing off the hook with potential borrowers expecting mortgage rates to drop. However, mortgage rates have ... » Learn More about Mortgage Rates Plummet a Year Ahead of Fed Funds Rate Drop