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Episode 34: Will Mortgage Rates Drop This Spring? Market Update & Housing Trends for 2025

β€’ Trevor Otsuka β€’ Episode 34

Will Mortgage Rates Drop This Spring? Here’s What You Need to Know! πŸ“‰

In this episode of The Mortgage Mindset Podcast (Ep. 34), we break down the latest mortgage rate market update and key economic data that could impact homebuyers and real estate professionals.

πŸ”Ή This Week’s Market Insights:
βœ… Mortgage Rate Update – Rates improved after the S&P Global Services PMI for February came in below expectations, leading to better pricing for home loans on Friday, February 21, 2025.
βœ… Will Government Layoffs Cause a Rate Drop? – If government job losses increase, higher unemployment rates could push mortgage rates lower this spring.
βœ… Housing Inventory & Market Trends – More listings are hitting the market, but inventory remains below historical norms. What does this mean for buyers and sellers?
βœ… Home Prices & Affordability in 2025 – 33% of homes had price reductions last weekβ€”what does this signal for the market moving forward?

πŸ“Œ Key Takeaways for Real Estate Agents & Homebuyers:
🏑 If rates drop, buyer demand could increase – start preparing NOW!
πŸ“‰ Sellers may need to be more flexible with pricing to compete.
πŸ’‘ Agents should educate clients on locking rates strategically & leveraging seller concessions.

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