
Rate/Term Refis Surge Over 180% as Industry Advised to ‘Stay the Course’ Amid Shutdown
Rate/term refinances surged 183% as borrowers capitalized on lower rates, with MCT advising lenders to stay disciplined amid a data blackout and Fed rate cuts.
Rate/term refinances surged 183% as borrowers capitalized on lower rates, with MCT advising lenders to stay disciplined amid a data blackout and Fed rate cuts.
MCT’s September Lock Volume Indices show mixed performance as markets hold steady ahead of imminent Fed rate decision. Total volume down 0.78% monthly amid cautious positioning.
MCT’s August Lock Volume Indices shows surprising growth across all refis, while corrected jobs report data alludes to a potential September rate cut.
MCT’s July Lock Volume Indices show steady growth across all loan types, with rate/term refis up 9.89% and surprising market stability after a strong jobs report.
MCT reports June purchase lock volume held nearly flat, signaling steady housing demand amid high rates, as refis drop sharply due to rate volatility.