Mortgage Rates Heading Back to 7%

Interest rates are back to near 7% as the war in Iran escalates and inflation data comes out hotter than expected.

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Will Mortgage Rates be heading back to 7%?

It looks like mortgage rates are heading back to 7%, and Fannie Mae is now forecasting elevated rates through 2026 and into 2027.

What should you do if you are buying a house in 2026 and 2027? 

If you’re buying a house right now, you need to negotiate aggressively.

Ask the seller to pay your closing costs, consider using seller credits to buy down your rate, and don’t ignore 7-year ARMs if they give you a better payment than a 30-year fixed.

This market is frustrating, but buyers have more leverage than they realize. 

Book a call with us and let us help you strategize your next home purchase. 

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