Capital Market Update for January 13, 2025

Insights and Analysis: Mortgage and Real Estate Capital Markets Update with Jeff Rosato, SVP of Capital Markets at Nationwide Mortgage Bankers. Key Takeaways: Bond Market Trends and Fed Outlook Interest rates and the bond market have been impacting mortgage rates, making it challenging for homeowners to secure lower loan rates. With key economic reports and […]

Capital Market Update for January 7, 2024

Insights and Analysis: Mortgage and Real Estate Capital Markets Update with Jeff Rosato, SVP of Capital Markets at Nationwide Mortgage Bankers. Key Takeaways: Bond Market Trends and Fed Outlook The bond market saw some changes recently, with mortgage rates slightly increasing despite the Federal Reserve lowering its benchmark rate. While the economy shows mixed signals, […]

Capital Market Update for December 17, 2024

Insights and Analysis: Mortgage and Real Estate Capital Markets Update with Jeff Rosato, SVP of Capital Markets at Nationwide Mortgage Bankers. Key Takeaways: Bond Market Trends and Fed Outlook Mortgage rates have been going up and down but are starting to settle. This week, the Federal Reserve might lower interest rates, which could affect loans […]

Winter Homebuying: Pros and Cons You Should Know

Winter Homebuying: Pros and Cons You Should Know  When most people think about buying a home, spring and summer often come to mind. However, winter can be a surprisingly smart time to enter the real estate market. While the colder months present unique challenges, they also offer distinct advantages that savvy homebuyers can leverage.  Winter […]

Capital Market Update for December 10, 2024

Insights and Analysis: Mortgage and Real Estate Capital Markets Update with Jeff Rosato, SVP of Capital Markets at Nationwide Mortgage Bankers. Key Takeaways: Bond Market Trends and Fed Outlook Mortgage rates have stabilized recently but remain high compared to earlier this year, with the average 30-year fixed rate at 6.69%. The Federal Reserve is expected […]

Capital Market Update for December 3, 2024

Insights and Analysis: Mortgage and Real Estate Capital Markets Update with Jeff Rosato, SVP of Capital Markets at Nationwide Mortgage Bankers. Key Takeaways: Bond Market Trends and Fed Outlook Last week, the bond market was steady after a busy few months. Mortgage rates have stopped rising for now, staying at their highest levels since July. […]

Gratitude and Homeownership: Reflections on Thanksgiving Eve

Gratitude and Homeownership: Reflections on Thanksgiving Eve As we gather with friends and family to celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s a time to pause, reflect, and appreciate the things that matter most. At NMB, we’re taking a moment to express our gratitude—for our clients, our team, and the joy that homeownership brings. A Home is More Than […]

November Insights: Preparing for the Holiday Season and Your Home Buying Journey

November Insights: Preparing for the Holiday Season and Your Home Buying Journey As November brings cooler days and festive preparations, it’s also a great time to think about your next steps in homeownership. Whether you’re planning to buy your first home, refinance, or move in the new year, here are some timely tips. Our GratitudeAs […]

Capital Market Update for November 11, 2024

Insights and Analysis: Mortgage and Real Estate Capital Markets Update with Jeff Rosato, SVP of Capital Markets at Nationwide Mortgage Bankers. Key Takeaways: Bond Market Trends and Fed Outlook This week’s market update explains some recent changes in the bond and mortgage markets, especially related to interest rates. The Federal Reserve, which manages the country’s […]

Capital Market Update for November 4, 2024

Insights and Analysis: Mortgage and Real Estate Capital Markets Update with Jeff Rosato, SVP of Capital Markets at Nationwide Mortgage Bankers. Key Takeaways: Bond Market Trends and Fed Outlook Mortgage rates have gone up for the fifth week, reaching the highest levels since August, due to uncertainty around the upcoming U.S. election and a Federal […]