Broader economic uncertainty makes for a challenging 2024, MCT's head of trading says.
Tagged: Mortgage Rate Locks
Optimal Blue's March 2024 Originations Market Monitor report saw steady rate-lock volume growth.
The increase reflects positive sentiment despite rising interest rates and strong job market; Federal Reserve's scrutiny of upcoming economic reports may influence future rate adjustments.
Month-over-month growth in mortgage rate locks coincides with the Federal Reserve's interest rate stance, as market anticipates potential future changes.
MCT's recent data reveals a drop in mortgage lock volume, with refinances showing only a modest increase despite lower rates, while seasonal trends and purchase market challenges continue.
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Slight .44% increase in mortgage lock volume; industry faces uncertain future.