Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Levels Since October as Global Trade Tensions Rock Markets 04/04/2025
This past week brought big changes for mortgage rates — and if you’re someone keeping an eye on interest rates, it was a week worth watching. Rates dropped to their lowest levels since October 2024, driven by a wave of uncertainty in global markets triggered by new trade tensions. While a few key economic reports […]
Mortgage Rates Surge Amid Market Volatility: What Homebuyers Need to Know 04/11/2025
Mortgage Rates Surge Amid Market Volatility This past week marked a significant shift in the mortgage and bond markets, with mortgage-backed securities (MBS) and U.S. Treasury yields experiencing notable volatility. The 10-year Treasury yield climbed from 4.01% on April 4 to 4.48% by April 11, representing the largest weekly increase since 2001 . Understanding the Factors Behind […]
