{"id":2636,"date":"2022-04-20T10:00:55","date_gmt":"2022-04-20T10:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandpointrealtyidaho.com\/blog\/2022\/04\/how-to-approach-rising-mortgage-rates-as-a-buyer\/"},"modified":"2022-04-20T10:00:55","modified_gmt":"2022-04-20T10:00:55","slug":"how-to-approach-rising-mortgage-rates-as-a-buyer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandpointrealtyidaho.com\/blog\/2022\/04\/20\/how-to-approach-rising-mortgage-rates-as-a-buyer\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Approach Rising Mortgage Rates as a Buyer"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In the last few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac<\/em><\/a> inched up to 5%. While that news may have you questioning the timing of your home search, the truth is, timing has never been more important. Even though you may be tempted to put your plans on hold in hopes that rates will fall, waiting will only cost you more. Mortgage rates<\/a> are forecast to continue rising in the year ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re thinking of buying a home, here are a few things to keep in mind so you can succeed even as <\/strong>mortgage rates<\/strong><\/a> rise. <\/strong><\/p>\n

How Rising Mortgage Rates Impact You<\/strong><\/h4>\nMortgage rates play a significant role in your home search. As rates go up, they impact how much you\u2019ll pay in your monthly mortgage payment, which directly affects how much you can comfortably afford. Here\u2019s an example of how even a quarter-point increase can have a big impact on your monthly payment<\/a> (see chart below<\/em>):<\/p>\n
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With mortgage rates on the rise, you\u2019ve likely seen your purchasing power impacted already. Instead of delaying your plans, today\u2019s rates should motivate you to purchase now before rates increase more.<\/strong> Use that motivation to energize your search and plan your next steps accordingly.<\/p>\n
The best way to prepare is to work with a trusted real estate advisor now<\/strong>. An agent can connect you with a trusted lender, help you adjust your search based on your budget, and make sure you\u2019re ready to act quickly when it\u2019s time to make an offer.<\/p>\n
Bottom Line<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Serious buyers should approach rising rates as a motivating factor to buy sooner, not a reason to wait. Waiting will cost you more in the long run. Let\u2019s connect today so you can better understand your budget and be prepared to buy your home even before rates climb higher.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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