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Washington Mortgage Rates Raise Homebuilder Confidence

September 19, 2012
Michael Shane
Blog, Mortgage Rates

Low mortgage rates throughout Washington State have lowered many housing payments to below monthly rent levels for comparable homes. This gives residents more incentive to buy a new home instead of renting. Other incentives like the FHA 3.5% down payment…

Seattle Mortgage Rates: April 2, 2012

April 2, 2012
Michael Shane
Loan Programs, Mortgage Rates, Refinancing

Mortgage markets improved last week on renewed concerns of a European debt default, and Federal Reserve rhetoric.

Seattle Mortgage Rates Reverse Upward Trend

March 30, 2012
Michael Shane
Loan Programs, Mortgage Rates, Refinancing

After a brief run-up two weeks ago, mortgage rates are back below 4 percent.

Seattle Mortgage Rates Rise Sharply

The U.S. economy is expanding, fueled by a renewed consumer optimism and increased consumer spending.

What’s Ahead For Seattle Mortgage Rates : March 12, 2012

Mortgage markets were mostly unchanged last week despite a series of positive developments. In addition to Greece successfully reaching a deal with its private creditors, the U.S. economy turned out strong reports -- most notably the Non-Farm Payrolls report.