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JTS Mortgage Minute 8/11/20 - Home Sales at Historic Highs

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JTS Mortgage Minute 8/11/20 - Home Sales at Historic Highs
JTS Mortgage Minute 8/11/20 - Home Sales at Historic Highs

Jeff Farnham of JTS & Co.

Mortgage Professionals discusses how homeownership rates are at their highest since 2008, with the fastest growth in those under 35.

New home sales are the highest in thirteen years.

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Interest rates rose slightly from a couple of weeks ago.

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However, a report from the commerce department states that the homeownership rate has risen to approximately 67.9% ?

This is an increase from first quarter's rate of 65.3% ?

This record increase sets the homeownership rate to its highest since the third quarter of 2008.

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Although the homeownership rate increased among all americans, those under 35 had the highest increase at 40.6% as of june, new home sales have risen to the highest level in 13 years.

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Due to the lower rates, refinance applications increased 121% higher than a year ago.

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Even the smallest of rate change is encouraging borrowers to fill out an application for hopes of gaining lower rate benefits.

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Lowering your interest rate is a popular reason to refinance your home, but there are other reasons to consider a refinance.

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Shorten the term of your loan or get out of mortgage insurance are other reasons to think about.

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Some also consider a cash out refinance when they want to consolidate debt or do home renovations.

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If you want to see if a refinance is in your best interest, give one of our loan advisors a call at 662.329.9090 ?

We'll weigh all your options and help you determine what is the best path for you.

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Homebuyers are still recovering from this past spring's lost time due to covid-19 ?

However, there is a new desire to obtain a single- family home for a more private space due to the pandemic.

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We may see a shift in the market due to the slight rise in fha 30-year fixed rate mortgage loans.

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According to the national association of realtors, fha borrowers made up 35% of june sales.

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Fha loans are popular with first- time homebuyers because they usually offer a lower down payment.

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Although, large down payments are thought of as a thing of the past no matter the loan type you qualify for.

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Va and usda loans offer 0% down, while conventional loans are as little as 5% down.

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If you are in the market to purchase or refinance a home, give jts & co.

A call to see what you qualify for.

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We are a local, trusted and experienced and take pride in helping families become homeowners.

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Jts & co.

Strives to tailor your mortgage to fit your financial needs and goals.

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Visit our website or text jts to 33655 for our prequal application.

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After you submit your application, one of our loan advisors will review your information and get back to you as soon as possible.

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At jts & co.

We understand there is more to getting a mortgage than just pushing a button.

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Give us a call to discuss your situation today!

Thank you for joining me today, be sure to tune in next week!

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