Episode notes
Mortgage rates dipped below 6% for one day… and now they’re back over 6%.
So what’s actually happening?
In this episode of Take Ten, Corey and Lisa break down:
• Why rates briefly fell below 6%
• Why paying points is suddenly a strong strategy
• Builder incentives that are creating “slick” deals
• The proposed 401(k) down payment rule change
• Should you tap retirement savings to buy a home? • What CrossMod homes are (and why they’re a powerful affordability solution)
• A little-known FHA rule about wells and public water that can kill a deal
• How listing agents can avoid financing surprises
If you’re a Realtor, buyer, investor, or homeowner trying to understand today’s mortgage market, this episode gives you real strategy, not headlines.
We explain what matters, what doesn’ ...