European Central Bank Meeting Blindsides Investors with Surprising New Decision
As investors eagerly awaited the European Central Bank meeting, the latest decision on inflation came as a blindside.
Conflict in Ukraine Lowers Mortgage Rates as More Volatility Builds
In another volatile week for mortgage markets, the conflict in Ukraine continued to intensify while the U.S. heard testimony from the Fed.
Russian Invasion of Ukraine Sparks Intense Market Volatility This Week
Mortgage markets experienced another volatile week as the Russian invasion of Ukraine dominated headlines.
Russia-Ukraine Conflict Leads to Soaring Demand for Mortgage-Backed Securities
Last week, mortgage markets experienced daily volatility as the Russia-Ukraine conflict led to soaring demand for mortgage-backed securities.
January 2022 Mortgage Rates Achieve Highest Levels Since Early 2020
Last month, January 2022 mortgage rates achieved their highest levels since early 2020 as investors again saw record-setting inflation.
Inflation Surges to the Highest Level Since 1982
As inflation surges to the highest level since 1982, the mortgage market left investors stunned after months of remaining on-edge.
Enormous Job Gains Push Mortgage Rates to Reach 2020 Levels
This week, the key Employment report revealed enormous job gains for the United States labor market, leading to higher mortgage rates.
Fed Tapering Bond Purchases to Quickly Reduce Inflation in 2022
With Wednesday’s Federal Reserve meeting, the continual conversation revolving the Fed tapering bond purchases took an interesting turn.
Strong 2021 Home Sales Cap Off Incredible Real Estate Rebound
Capping off last year, the United States experienced strong 2021 home sales after they notoriously plummeted throughout a sluggish 2020.
December 2021 Mortgage Markets Fluctuate to Cap off the Year
With the U.S. facing a tight labor market, record-setting inflation, and supply chain issues, December 2021 mortgage markets fluctuated.