Freddie Mac’s PMMS report shows that mortgage interest rates have dropped this week largely due to the market volatility with the on again off again trade war with China.
2019 Conforming Loan Limits for Washington
Conforming loan limits are increasing again this year with the “base” loan limit for a single family home raised to $484,350.
Conforming high balance areas for King, Snohomish and Pierce counties have have higher limits for 2019 as well. San Juan County will no longer has a high balance limit effective 2019.
King County, Snohomish County and Pierce County: [Read more…]
BREAKING NEWS: Conforming Loan Limits are HIGHER for 2019
Conforming loan limits effective 2019 will be increased from $453,100 to $484,350 for a single family dwelling. Homes located in “high balance areas” such as King County, Pierce County or Snohomish County, will have a conforming high balance loan limit of $726,525 from $667,000.
Stay tuned for a complete list of the 2019 conforming loan limits for homes located in Washington state.
PS: If you are considering refinancing or buying a home and want the higher loan limits with today’s interest rates, you may not have to wait! Contact me for more information if your home is located any where in Washington state, where I’m licensed.
Our Veterans DESERVE to use a VA Mortgage Loan
I’ve been trying to think about how to title this post without “shaming” real estate agents or home sellers… but I do feel that it’s really unfortunate that some still have a low view of VA mortgages. Men and women who have dedicated their lives to serve our country and protect our freedom have EARNED the privilege to have a VA mortgage loan. Those of us who have not committed to serve do not have this benefit… and it is a benefit. [Read more…]
Greater Seattle’s Shifting Real Estate Market
You’ve probably heard that the Seattle’s sizzling real estate market has cooled a bit with home prices starting to come down. This is great news for folks who have grown weary battling in bidding wars only to have their offers rejected time after time. It looks like, at least right now, things may be returning to be more “normal”. [Read more…]
Mortgage interest rates continue to trend higher
This morning Freddie Mac released their weekly Prime Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) showing that mortgage interest rates are continuing to trend higher. Click here for current mortgage interest rates in greater Seattle and beyond.
Mortgage Master Service Corporation on the radio
You may have noticed hearing “Mortgage Master Service Corporation” mentioned on the radio lately. This is because Mortgage Master Service Corporation has recently welcomed Laura Kiel (MLO54744) and family to join our company. Not only do they advertise on the radio, her team also host weekly radio shows. I’m still surprised when I listen to the radio and hear an ad that mentions our company name. [Read more…]
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