Last week’s economic news included readings on job openings, consumer sentiment and the Federal Reserve’s monthly survey of senior loan officers. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released. Freddie Mac noted that last week’s primary mortgage market survey did not include post-election readings as the survey information was gathered prior to election results.
Loan Officers Survey: High Demand for Home Loans, Commercial Lenders Raise Standards
As demand for mortgage financing and homes increase, the Federal Reserve reported last week that banks are tightening the screws on commercial lending requirements. This could present challenges to home builders; they’ve been consistently pressured to build more homes at a faster pace. Less availability of commercial financing may impact home builders and their suppliers. The survey indicated that demand for home and consumer loans also increased.
Mortgage Rates Rise, New Jobless Claims Fall
Mortgage rates rose across the board on average. Freddie Mac reported the rate for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage rose three basis points to 3.57 percent. The average rate for a 15-year fixed rate mortgage increased four basis points to 2.88 percent, which equaled the average rate for a 5/1 adjustable rate mortgage. Average discount points were unchanged at 0.50 percent for fixed rate mortgages and 0.40 percent for 5/1 adjustable rate mortgages.
New jobless claims fell to 254,000, which was lower than the expected reading of 260,000 new claims. Last week’s reading was also lower than 265,000 new claims filed the prior week. Job openings held steady at 5.50 million in September.
According to the University of Michigan’s monthly consumer sentiment index, November’s reading rose 91.60 in November as compared to an expected index reading of 88.00 and October’s reading of 87.20. This reading falls in line with strengthening labor markets. Improving economic conditions can influence consumers who want to buy homes.
What‘s Ahead
Next week’s economic reports include releases from the National Association of Home Builders, Commerce Department readings on housing starts and building permits issued and weekly releases on new jobless claims and mortgage rates.
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2810 S 201st Drive
Buckeye, AZ 85326
$864,900
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,706
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6777286
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Gorgeous Southwestern Home on an Irrigated Acre, Located on a quiet, paved street. This Park like property has 7 Mature Trees offering abundant shade. This Pristine Property has never housed Farm Animals. Enjoy the benefits of owning your own Private Well. This Spacious Great Room Floorplan has Vaulted ceilings, Authentic Log Beams, an Entertainment Niche and Cozy BeeHive Fireplace. The Kitchen Features a Cooks' Nook, Counter Height Bar, Spacious Counter Space and Bountiful Cabinet Storage with a Bay Window area to allow for a Generous Size Table. 3 Oversized Bedrooms all with Large Walk-In Closets round out this homes Perfect Blend of Southwest Living. Enjoy your Morning Coffee, or watch Magical Sunsets Poolside listening to the Tranquil Water Fall. This home is your Perfect Getaway! Owning your Own Perfect Getaway.
6603 W Via Dona Road
Phoenix, AZ 85083
$864,800
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,398
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6737497
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Gorgeous remodeled home with over $250K in improvements! Offering significant solar savings each month. Nestled in the sought-after community of Eagle Preserve at Boulder Mountain. Packed with quality finishes like new wood-look tile flooring throughout with new carpeting in the bedrooms, new baseboards, & recessed energy efficient LED lighting. Chef's kitchen with quartz counters, Wolf/Sub-Zero/Cove appliances, & RO System. Primary bedroom with an updated ensuite bath & walk-in closet. The backyard oasis complete with a sparkling pool with new equipment & fencing, turf, covered patio, & pavers is the ideal place to beat the heat. Also featured, 3-car split garage, new landscaping & irrigation system, New HVAC system, leased SOLAR, & an incredible North Phoenix location!
2298 Aspen Run
Pinetop-lakeside, AZ 85935
$864,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,260
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6730920
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Escape to Mountain Luxury in Pinetop Indulge in the fine mountain living you've longed for with this breathtaking new construction cabin nestled in the heart of Pinetop's majestic White Mountains. This stunning retreat boasts four spacious bedrooms and three modern bathrooms, providing ample space for family and guests to unwind in comfort. As you step inside, the grandeur of deep vaulted ceilings with exposed truss beams greets you, framing a spectacular full custom tile fireplace that anchors the living space. The warmth of the huge barn wood accent wall is complemented by the beauty of waterproof engineered flooring throughout, crafting a comfortable, rustic and modern atmosphere. Gourmet experiences await in a state-of-the-art kitchen featuring (see supplement)
20371 E Calle De Flores --
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
$863,900
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,024
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6709897
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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**REDUCED PRICE** Motivated Seller; Move-In Ready! Meticulous Maracay Home located in the exclusive Montelena Community. This elegant home offers a host of UPGRADED desirable features for comfortable living. Grab a book & relax on the large front porch patio that offers no direct sun. Open floorplan featuring 10' ceilings & lots of natural light and beautiful elegant design; GOURMET KITCHEN is the heart of the home featuring Tuscan lights, an oversized island w/ lots of granite counterspace, 5 burner gas cook top, tall cabinets, two wall ovens, butcher pantry, breakfast area; Huge Living room displays more natural light, a 3D wall with accent lighting & gas fireplace; surround sound; 12' SLIDING GLASS DOOR opens to a spectacular view of the pool/waterfall; Owner's suite is a serene retreat w/ plenty of sitting room; Oversized soaking tub, separate tub/shower, double sinks, large walk-in closet featuring new floor-to-ceiling storage shelving by Closets by Design & direct access to laundry room through walk-in closet; Laundry room set up w/ hanging racks, folding table, & extra cabinets; Secondary bedrooms w/ walk-in closets; Versatile flex room suitable for an office, workout room, or study. Backyard is an entertainer's dream with a GAZEBO adorned with party lights, built-in gas BBQ, gas firepit, and a pool with built-in heating/cooling system, and a soothing water feature.
14861 N Skokie Court
Phoenix, AZ 85022
$863,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,300
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6770221
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Beautiful home located in the heart of the premier community of Moon Valley. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home sits on a large lot with a huge backyard with a large grassy area, large pool, covered patio and a large RV gate and area for your toys. This gorgeous home has been totally remodeled. The spacious living room/great room has high-end hard wood looking vinyl flooring. The kitchen features a large island, granite counter tops and stainless-steel appliances. All bathrooms have been remodeled. Other upgrades include pool resurfacing with Pebble Tec and a ''Baja'' deck, new water heater, new windows and doors, new window covering including an electric closing shade in the great room, new front door, 50-gallon water heater AC/furnace and much more! Winter grass will be green soon
35108 N 139th Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85262
$862,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,582
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6720222
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Experience the best of Scottsdale in this custom home with breathtaking views. The chef's kitchen with breakfast nook and walk-in pantry opens to a cozy yet spacious family room w/fireplace. There's a separate dining room too. The home offers 4 bedrooms plus an office, with the flexibility to transform spaces into additional office areas, a gym, a den, or extra bedrooms to suit your lifestyle. The split primary suite provides owner privacy and comfort. Wood and tile flooring in main living areas. Step outside to your own resort-style backyard, featuring a covered patio, built-in BBQ, Pebble-Tec pool, fire pit, turfed yard, and a rooftop deck. This property is ideal for horses, pets, and kids, with pipe rail fencing for added safety. Easy access to all Scottsdale amenities.
1852 E Flintlock Way
Chandler, AZ 85286
$862,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,106
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6780761
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Gorgeous upgraded home on a huge premium lot with 5 BR+3.5 BA, Den, & a cozy loft, soaring ceilings as high as 22' with beautiful flooring throughout the house. This open floor plan offers both comfort and privacy. Kitchen is open and huge with 42'' Cherry cabinets, granite, pantry, breakfast area, a family size island with gas range. The Kitchen opens to a dine in area& a comfortable family room. The Covered patio with brand new epoxy flooring leads to the versatile backyard with a sparkling pool along with a huge yard for entertaining and playing. Dual Masters with one suite downstairs which is an ideal In-laws set up. Master suite upstairs is huge with an upgraded shower & a huge walk-in closet. House comes with 3 car garage with commercial style flooring with one garage offering... offering a raised ceiling. The prime location of this property will give you access to freeways, schools, dining, major medical and shopping areas.
27603 N 73rd Drive
Peoria, AZ 85383
$860,097
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,654
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6773071
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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This STUNNING NEW 2024 home on a premium lot w/mountain views is OVERFLOWING w/over $140k of DESIGNER upgrades! Professionally landscaped front yard w/faux grass and paver driveway! BEAUTIFUL GOURMET kitchen w/gas cooktop, quartz countertops, tiled backsplash, island w/breakfast bar + stainless appliance suite! Great room/dining room w/lots of windows! SPLIT primary bedroom suite w/LUXURIOUS ensuite bath w/HUGE walk-in shower! Separate office/flex space! Bring your own backyard design to this PRIVATE backyard w/large covered porch and create the oasis of your dreams! This property has too many upgrades to list here! Come see for yourself. Welcome HOME!
22941 W Blue Sky Drive
Wittmann, AZ 85361
$860,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,140
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6689563
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Voted Best home on Tour! This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 2-car garage property boasts a custom horse setup with 4 stalls featuring runouts, 3 turnouts, a circular concrete drive, and 3 RV gates with a 30 amp hookup. Ropers, there is NO room for a regulation arena on this property. The heated pool with a waterfall adds a touch of luxury. With no HOA restrictions, this property is ideal for horse enthusiasts. The seller has invested over $500K in upgrades, making it a remarkable find. The home sits on nearly 2 acres and includes 4 20X20 stalls with mats and waterers, a locking tack shed with a washer, its own water heater, a propane tank, and enclosed hay storage that holds a squeeze. Additionally, there is a shaded dog house with a run and auto water. The property features a covered 30X38 shade for your LQ or RV, 3 sprinklered turnouts with shade and water, each approximately 150X20, and a 120X110 lighted, sprinklered arena. For more details and before pictures, refer to MLS # 5763130 and the doc tab. There are 6 before photos included with the photos. At the end of the day when you are ready to kick back with a cold one, hang out with your friends by your heated pool and barbeque under the covered patio. And, your new home also features a newer A/C, newer roof, on-demand water heater, and split floorplan. There is a water softener, reverse osmosis, and a newer dishwasher, refrigerator, and washer and dryer. The pool equipment is also newer. The warranties include roof and A/C. So, the major upgrades are complete. The landscaping is on automatic waters and was all new about 5 years ago so it's mature and lush. There is also a variety of citrus trees. So, come and make this your own.
2061 S High Sierra Court
Show Low, AZ 85901
$860,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,071
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6723870
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Your own private custom home awaits you in the gated community of Snow Creek, nestled in the cool Wht Mountains of AZ. this stunning 3 bedroom, 2 bath home spans 2,071 sq. ft. and is situated on a double lot totaling .86 of an acre. the home features exquisite custom rock work throughout both it's interior and exterior adding a unique charm. The spacious great room, complete with a cozy gas fireplace provides a welcoming space for gatherings. The large kitchen equipped with ample cabinets and counter space ensures that entertaining is a breeze. the homes split floor plan offers convenience and privacy with a Jack and Jill bath servicing two bedrooms. The large master bedroom is truly designed for ultimate relaxation. Oversized 2 car garage and gorgeous mountain view
4561 E Lariat Lane
Phoenix, AZ 85050
$860,000
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,082
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6757617
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Don't miss this TW Lewis gem in the desirable Tatum highlands neighborhood with Trail paths and children's park. Walk into the beautiful open living room with sweeping staircase to second floor which has master bedroom and 3 additional bedrooms along with full bath. Bedroom with walk-in closet and full bath first floor as well. Beautiful large entertaining kitchen with granite and stainless-steel appliance opens to inviting den. Large back patio looks out to pool spa and resort like private back yard. Well maintained home with new roof, 2 new air conditioning units, new pool pumps and double oven all 2023. Additionally exterior painted 2020 and interior fully painted in 2024. This is a must see
1807 W Sierra Sunset Trail
Phoenix, AZ 85085
$860,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,968
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6762514
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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Stunning TW Lewis home on premium corner lot in the sought-after gated community of Sonoran Foothills in N. Phoenix. This super clean, move-in ready home features a large gourmet kitchen w/lots of cabinets, a breakfast island, in-wall oven/microwave combo plus desk/workstation. The spacious family room has a media wall w/ gas fireplace and direct access to the private covered patio & backyard with no visible neighbors. The master suite also has access to the backyard & the luxurious bathroom feat. dual vanities, deep soaking tub, tiled shower and BIG walk-in closet. The secondary bedrooms are split from the rest & include one ensuite & another is perfect for office w/ double doors & access to front courtyard. Friendly community has many activities, close to K-8, shopping, I-17/101 & TSMC.