What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 19, 2016

Last week’s economic news included reports on retail sales, inflation, and weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims.

Retail Sales Slip as Consumer Prices Inch Up

Retail sales dipped into negative territory in August with a reading of -0.30 percent as compared to expectations of -0.10 percent and July’s reading of +0.10 percent. Retail sales excluding auto sales were better at +0.30 percent. Analysts expected a reading of +0.20 percent based on July’s reading of -0.40 percent. August’s negative reading for retail sales was the first negative report since March.

Inflation fared better than retail sales with August’s Consumer Price Index reading at 0.20 percent. Analysts expected a reading of 0.10 percent; July’s reading was flat. Core Consumer Price Index readings for August are less volatile, as the Core CPI does not include readings for food and energy costs. August’s Core CPI reading was 0.30 percent. A reading of 0.20 percent was expected; July’s reading was 0.10 percent. It appears that inflation is creeping upward, but remains well below the Fed’s target reading of 2.0 percent.

Mortgage Rates, New Jobless Claims Rise

Freddie Mac reported higher mortgage rates across the board last week. The average rate for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage rose six basis points to 3.50 percent; the average rate for a 15-year fixed rate mortgage rose one basis point to 2.76 percent and the average rate for a 5/1 adjustable rate mortgage rose one basis point to an average of 2.82 percent. Average discount points were 0.50 for 30 and 15-year fixed rate mortgages and 0.40 percent for 5/1 adjustable rate mortgages.

Low mortgage rates have helped home buyers, especially first-time and moderate income buyers, meet affordability challenges. Home prices have risen due to low numbers of available homes and high demand for homes. If mortgage rates continue to rise, fewer buyers will be able to qualify for mortgages and or afford asking prices for available homes.

Next week’s meeting of the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee is expected to bring news of a Fed decision on raising the target federal funds rate. If the Fed raises its rate, consumer interest rates for mortgages, vehicles and other goods can be expected to increase as well.

Whats Ahead

This week’s economic news includes the NAHB Housing Market Index, Commerce Department reports on housing starts and building permits issued and a Fed Statement at the conclusion of its Federal Open Market Committee meeting on Wednesday. Fed Chair Janet Yellen is also slated to give a press conference after the FOMC statement. The National Association of Realtors will also release a report on sales of previously owned homes.

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16959 W Diana Avenue Waddell, AZ 85355

$599,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Northern Farms, Waddell
New
$599,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,017 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6760984
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$599,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,186 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6716595
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
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10080 E Mountain View Lake Drive Unit 327 Scottsdale, AZ 85258

$599,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,152 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6749762
Property Type Apartment
Price Type --
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$599,000
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,187 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6757028
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$599,000
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,222 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6756152
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$599,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,940 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6747524
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$599,000
5 Beds
4 Baths
4,141 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6748218
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$599,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,743 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6750407
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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10604 W Country Club Trail Peoria, AZ 85383

$599,000
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,595 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6734415
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$599,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,971 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6753200
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Fully remodeled alameda that is full of beautiful upgrades in the gated Palo Verde neighborhood of Sun Lakes. Sitting on a quiet corner lot, this home offers a partial view of the golf course. The kitchen features soft close shaker cabinets, center island, tiled backsplash, quartz countertops, SS appliances and a large butlers pantry. Luxury vinyl flooring and fresh interior paint throughout. Newly tiled wood burning fire place and 2 car garage. The primary bedroom has French doors to the backyard, large walk in closet, an en-suite bath with dual sink vanity, freestanding tub, and a tiled shower. All of this plus community amenities like: golf, tennis, pickleball, pools/spas, fitness center, clubs, and social activities!

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$599,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,017 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6714720
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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$599,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,845 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6746092
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
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