January 2009

Mortgage Rates January 30, 2009

by steverussell on January 30, 2009 · 2 comments

in Gulf Coast Mortgages

The bond market had a rough day yesterday and yet it has had little affect on today’s mortgage rates.  This is likely due to previous rate increases to try and slow down the overwhelming rush to refinances that has underwriting backed up for weeks.

Something interesting is happening with the FED’s buy back program for mortgage backed securities.  As mortgage bonds are traded, they come at certain "coupon" rates and are sold in .5% intervals.  For instance, right now we are watching the 4% Fannie Mae

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Real Estate thought of the day!

January 29, 2009 Daphne

It’s a buyers’ market –   not a waiter’s market. You and I know that now is one of the best times to buy real estate, homes, and condos in recent history, but our challenge is to communicate that to our buyers and help them see the opportunities of today’s market. Think about it! Search [...]

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Mortgage Rates January 28, 2009

January 28, 2009 Gulf Coast Mortgages

Today marked the first FED meeting since December 16th when they announced the FED would be aggressively buying mortgage backed securities through the first 6 months of 2009.

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Mortgage Rates January 23, 2009

January 23, 2009 Gulf Coast Mortgages

According to FED member Frederic Mishkin in an interview on CNBC this morning, we could see inflation begin to creep into the economy based on all the government programs on the drawing board.

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Mortgage Rates January 22, 2009

January 22, 2009 Gulf Coast Mortgages

Mortgage bonds are down again today as they continue to bounce off a level of support at the rising trend line. In this volatile market, things move quickly and rates are changing throughout the day with little or no warning.

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Short Sale Progress With Countrywide

January 21, 2009 Real Estate

The term “Short Sale” means different things to different people. If you have tried to buy a short sale, chances are you will never try it again. And for the brave real estate agents who get involved…..let me just say, my heart goes out to you.

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Mortgage Rates January 21, 2009

January 21, 2009 Gulf Coast Mortgages

We wake up today with a new president and new direction for the future and regardless of your party affiliation, the excitement in the air is palpable. All of the hoopla over our new comander in chief got me thinking,

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Born to be wild! Baby Boomers retire in masses to Orange Beach, Alabama

January 20, 2009 Real Estate

 If you are a "Born to be Wild!" Baby Boomer looking to retire, bring it on down to Orange Beach, AL! If you see yourself in this video you must have been born before 1970 and getting close to retirement !- LOL! Find your Beach Home or Condo at www.GulfShoresLife.com !

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Caribe Resort Condominiums in Orange Beach, Alabama

January 20, 2009 Orange Beach

Caribe Resort Condos in Orange Beach, AL Located at the mouth of Perdido Pass in Orange Beach, Alabama, Caribe Resort offers the highest level of amenities found on the Gulf of Mexico.  A variety of magnificent swimming pools, lazy river, hot tubs, and water slides are surrounded by water fountains that complement this unique setting.  The views of Bayou [...]

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Mortgage Rates January 20, 2009

January 20, 2009 Gulf Coast Mortgages

Mortgage bonds are moving down slightly today as the markets react negatively to prospects that the Obama administration is considering nationalizing the banking industry.

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