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Frank Nothaft Quotes
«The Fed rate cut and Greenspan's recent remarks that the economy has hit a 'soft spot' had a huge impact on financial markets, ... Combined with the anticipation that the U.S. could soon be at war with Iraq, market sentiment turned toward the negative, driving mortgage rates to new lows again.»
Author: Frank Nothaft
«2002 was and amazing year in the housing sector. The annual average for the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate this year was about 6.5 percent, the lowest annual average in more than 31 years. That was the primary factor that led to an incredible amount of home building, home sales, and refinancing, all of which helped keep the economy from another recession.»
Author: Frank Nothaft
«Just when we were sure mortgage rates couldn't possibly drop any lower, we were surprised yet again, ... Current issues such as the possibility of military actions abroad, heightened terrorism alerts, and an unexpected drop in consumer confidence contributed to the decline in mortgage rates this week.»
Author: Frank Nothaft
«In spite of the sluggishness in the economy, nearly 25 percent of all mortgages were refinanced in 2002, saving those homeowners an average $1,200 per year to spend or save as they see fit, ... And with interest rates as low as they currently are, refinancing will continue to be a viable option for some.»
Author: Frank Nothaft
«Mortgage rates are in a holding pattern right now as the country tries to smooth out the knots in the economy. Low rates are a real boost to an already thriving housing market, ... Over the last few months, the number of mortgage applications for home purchase has averaged near record levels...which suggests no immediate slowdown in housing anytime soon.»
Author: Frank Nothaft
«Mortgage rates have held at record low levels thereby reducing mortgage payments and making home buying affordable for a great number of families, ... Low rates have also kept the refinance market bustling and the reduced interest rate on mortgages gave homeowners about $100 more per month to spend or save.»
Author: Frank Nothaft
«A tepid national economy has anchored mortgages rates to current low levels so far this year, ... However, according to the Federal Reserve's 'Beige book,' the housing industry is the only bright spot in the economy right now. That is primarily due to low mortgage rates.»
Author: Frank Nothaft
«Mortgage rates have fallen enough over the last few months that families who refinanced in 2001 are now able to do so again, ... Given the current low rates and the robust level of housing construction it appears the housing industry will continue to flourish well into the summer.»
Author: Frank Nothaft
«New records have been set in originations, refinancing, and housing starts over the last few years, highlighting the industry as a strong, functional segment of the economy, ... The Mortgage Bankers Association of America's applications for home purchase figures for last week hit an all-time record high, bolstering our prediction that 2003 will be yet another banner year for housing.»
Author: Frank Nothaft
«Long-term bond yields dropped leading up to Federal Reserve Chairman Greenspan's testimony to Congress over speculation of what he may say about deflation and over the possibility of the Federal Reserve buying long-term Treasury bonds to fight it,»
Author: Frank Nothaft