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Inflation Is Slowing. What’s Next for Mortgage Rates?

With inflation and the housing market dominating economic headlines, it’s important to understand how they go hand-in-hand....

  • Suzanne Damon
  • August 14th, 2023
  • 4 min read
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With inflation and the housing market dominating economic headlines, it’s important to understand how they go hand-in-hand. When the rate of inflation is too high, the Federal Reserve takes action by raising the key interest rate. As a result, borrowing money becomes more expensive—and interest rates on things like car loans, credit cards, and mortgages go up. This does usually have the effect of driving inflation down, but it can also impact different markets, industries, and even the entire economy.

Right now, the Fed is hoping to direct the U.S. to a “soft landing,” in which inflation and growth slow, but the economy as a whole avoids a recession. Recent data supports that we’re headed in that direction—but industries like tech, finance, and especially the housing market have felt the force of higher interest rates. 

Here are the details.

Inflation is at its lowest point since 2021.

Inflation is hovering right around 3%, down from 4% in May and an ultra-high peak of 9.1% in June of 2022. The current rate is the lowest it’s been since March 2021, but it’s still higher than the Federal Reserve’s target rate of 2%. The latest numbers released on August 10th showed that inflation rose two-tenths of one percent from June to July (mostly due to rising rent and gas prices), but core inflation is actually down—and that’s significant.

What’s core inflation? When the prices of everything started rising, did it seem like the prices of groceries and utility bills jumped the most? If you said yes, you’re right—and it wasn’t your imagination. That’s because historically, the prices of food and energy are volatile, meaning that they are sensitive to changes in the global economy, environment, and more, and they can rise or fall dramatically in a short amount of time. Core inflation measures the price inflation of goods and services excluding these items because of their volatility. That way, the national inflation rate won’t be skewed dramatically by an outlier, and we can get a more accurate picture of inflation overall.

What does that mean for the housing market and mortgage rates?

 

Analysts believe the Fed will stop raising rates.

According to AP News, economists believe that the Fed will pause interest rate hikes if inflation trends downward. The next Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting is in late September, so whether or not rates rise again will depend on what inflation does between now and then.

What’s next for mortgage rates?

According to Forbes, mortgage rates are likely to stay between 6 and 6.9% through the end of 2023. Even if the Fed stops raising the key interest rate, that won’t necessarily equate to a drop or even a freeze in mortgage rates. This is because mortgage rates don’t just track the federal funds rate. They also rely on the yield on the 10-year Treasury note as well as investor expectations and other factors. 

Instead of waiting for mortgage rates to drop to buy or sell your home, it can often be a better choice to make moves now and refinance later when rates drop. Here’s why:

  • Real estate values always appreciate in the long run. So even if values rise and fall in the short term, you’ll face higher prices down the road if you wait.
  • If you move now, you’ll start building equity. When you do that, you benefit from rising home values instead of struggling with prices that feel unattainable.

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If you’re tired of fighting the real estate market and you’re ready to make current conditions work for you, get in touch. Our expert team has the experience and knowledge you need to achieve your goals—no matter what mortgage rates are doing.

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Suzanne Damon

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A long-time resident of the Manchester, NH area, Suzanne Damon has been a powerhouse in real estate for the past 29 years. Ranked among the top-producing agents in both New Hampshire and the United States, she leads The Damon Home Team with expertise, integrity, and a deep commitment to her clients. Suzanne’s entrepreneurial spirit started early—at just seven years old, she was pulling a wagon through the city, selling flowers from her garden. That same determination carried her through college debt-free and has fueled her success in the ever-evolving real estate market. She understands the rollercoaster of life and knows firsthand the challenges that come with buying or selling a home. Beyond real estate, Suzanne is the President of 1628 Group, a real estate development company focused on community growth. She is also deeply involved in giving back—serving as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children in need and proudly supporting Liberty House, a local organization dedicated to helping homeless veterans rebuild their lives. Hardworking, caring, and genuinely fun to work with, Suzanne and her team bring a no-pressure, results-driven approach to every transaction—because achieving your real estate goals should be exciting, not stressful. Reach out: www.TheDamonHomeTeam.com, 603-493-5561 call or text.

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