24May2007
Dan Green
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Dan Green
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Bankrate.com Mortgage Trend Index (May 24, 2007)

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Bankrate_logo I am a regular participant in the Bankrate.com Mortgage Rate Trend survey and this week's survey is now available.

  • 64% of participants predict rates will increase 
  • 14% of participants predict rates will decrease
  • 22% of participants predict rates will remain unchanged

I am predicting that rates will increase over the next 30 days, but that doesn't mean you should necessarily follow my advice when choosing whether to lock a rate, or float it.  My advice may not be appropriate for your individual situation.

From the Bankrate.com survey:

"Inflation is the enemy of mortgage rates. Expect more slow, steady increases."

If you are shopping for mortgages, I always recommend that you lock your rate as soon as possible. There is too much downside risk to not locking.

By the way, I am on a nice winning streak...

Dan Green
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Dan Green

About the Author

Dan Green (NMLS #227607) is an active loan officer with Waterstone Mortgage. Email Dan ator click to get a free, no-obligation rate quote.

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