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Tom Graff, CIO of Facet Wealth and former bond portfolio manager, shares insights on the unexpected rise of mortgage rates despite the Federal Reserve's cut in overnight rates. He explains the complex relationship between mortgage rates and market dynamics, including influences from the bond ecosystem and refinancing challenges. Graff also discusses how rate changes can be priced in before they happen and the factors necessary for sustained decreases in mortgage rates, emphasizing the need for clearer Fed policies.
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- Despite the Federal Reserve's rate cuts, various market complexities, including investor behaviors and bond characteristics, have contributed to rising mortgage rates.
- The intricacies of mortgage pricing, influenced by borrower profiles and market conditions, reveal how banks dynamically adjust rates to optimize profitability.
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Mortgage Rate Trends and Economic Impacts
Recent trends in mortgage rates highlight an increase, contradicting expectations set by recent Federal Reserve rate cuts. For instance, while benchmark rates were cut and expected to lead to lower mortgage rates, the opposite occurred, with 30-year mortgage rates approaching 7%. This anomaly has raised questions about the link between Fed actions and mortgage rates, suggesting that factors other than direct Fed influence may be driving mortgage pricing. The discussion emphasizes the complexities of the mortgage market and its relationship with the broader economy.
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