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Reading the economic reports this week, GDP was lower than anticipated. It was honestly quite bad, but consumer spending is up, month over month, from February to March 2025. The Core PCE inflation numbers came in higher than expected, and it is anticipated that the Fed will hold rates steady at next Wednesday’s meeting. But, will we get a quick knee jerk reaction that will give many homeowners and homebuyers an opportunity to lock in an interest rate?

60% of analysts are expecting our first rate cut from the Fed in 2025 to be at their June meeting. Traders and investors will be hanging on to every word that is Fed Chairman Jerome Powell says trying to gauge their next move. I am predicting a good amount of volatility following the meeting. If the market swings in our favor, it could be the best rates that we have seen in 2025.

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Debbie Marcoux – AZ-0941504, CA-237926, Fl-LO76508, GA-69178, ID, IL-031.0058339, NC, NV-57237, OR, TN-184373, TX, WA-MLO-237926 | JMJ Financial Group NMLS ID #167867 |Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act, Licensee Number 01134087. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.

I focused on an issue that has been a major story in the media recently. Homeowners monthly payments are skyrocketing because of their property tax bills. Please understand how it works and what you can do as a homeowner or a new buyer to safeguard yourself from a messy situation later!

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Debbie Marcoux – AZ-0941504, CA-237926, Fl-LO76508, GA-69178, ID, IL-031.0058339, NC, NV-57237, OR, TN-184373, TX, WA-MLO-237926 | JMJ Financial Group NMLS ID #167867 |Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act, Licensee Number 01134087. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.

Did you miss out on the quick dip in mortgage rates last Friday? Let’s get you ready to take advantage of the next dip. 844-935-3634, call us!

Debbie Marcoux – AZ-0941504, CA-237926, Fl-LO76508, GA-69178, ID, IL-031.0058339, NC, NV-57237, OR, TN-184373, TX, WA-MLO-237926 | JMJ Financial Group NMLS ID #167867 |Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act, Licensee Number 01134087. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.

Why are you seeing media about a housing crash?

Debbie Marcoux – AZ-0941504, CA-237926, Fl-LO76508, GA-69178, ID, IL-031.0058339, NC, NV-57237, OR, TN-184373, TX, WA-MLO-237926 | JMJ Financial Group NMLS ID #167867 |Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act, Licensee Number 01134087. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.

Interest rates have fallen for 7 consecutive days, but today, we’re headed right back up again. If you are in need of a new mortgage loan, refinance or purchase, it is important to understand when the best time to lock in your interest rate is.

Debbie Marcoux – AZ-0941504, CA-237926, Fl-LO76508, GA-69178, ID, IL-031.0058339, NC, NV-57237, OR, TN-184373, TX, WA-MLO-237926 | JMJ Financial Group NMLS ID #167867 |Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act, Licensee Number 01134087. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.

Today we talk about refinance closing costs. How do they work, what should you expect?

Debbie Marcoux – AZ-0941504, CA-237926, Fl-LO76508, GA-69178, ID, IL-031.0058339, NC, NV-57237, OR, TN-184373, TX, WA-MLO-237926 | JMJ Financial Group NMLS ID #167867 |Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act, Licensee Number 01134087. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.

Both purchase and refinance applications have increased week over week. Why? With interest rates improving, mortgage loans are becoming more affordable opening up opportunity for homebuyers and refinances for current homeowners.

Debbie Marcoux – AZ-0941504, CA-237926, Fl-LO76508, GA-69178, ID, IL-031.0058339, NC, NV-57237, OR, TN-184373, TX, WA-MLO-237926 | JMJ Financial Group NMLS ID #167867 |Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act, Licensee Number 01134087. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.

Is it the Trump Administration’s fault that rate cuts were paused yesterday?

Debbie Marcoux – AZ-0941504, CA-237926, Fl-LO76508, GA-69178, ID, IL-031.0058339, NC, NV-57237, OR, TN-184373, TX, WA-MLO-237926 | JMJ Financial Group NMLS ID #167867 |Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act, Licensee Number 01134087. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.

Wondering if you should be looking into a purchase or a refinance? Why are so many applying for mortgage applications all of the sudden?

Debbie Marcoux – AZ-0941504, CA-237926, Fl-LO76508, GA-69178, ID, IL-031.0058339, NC, NV-57237, OR, TN-184373, TX, WA-MLO-237926 | JMJ Financial Group NMLS ID #167867 |Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act, Licensee Number 01134087. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.

Important data for those who have lost their home or have been displaced. We will also talk about CA Insurance Policies and what to do at your next renewal. Many carriers will drop current policies. Be prepared!

Debbie Marcoux – AZ-0941504, CA-237926, Fl-LO76508, GA-69178, ID, IL-031.0058339, NC, NV-57237, OR, TN-184373, TX, WA-MLO-237926 | JMJ Financial Group NMLS ID #167867 |Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act, Licensee Number 01134087. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits.