Today, the Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.5%, marking the first reduction in over four years.
This shift shows the Fed’s focus has moved from fighting inflation to supporting the slowing job market. While inflation has eased since its peak in 2022, the Fed is now concerned about rising unemployment. The rate is now down to 4.8% and could drop further by the end of the year as the Fed works to make borrowing cheaper.
For mortgages, this cut could lead to lower interest rates for both home loans and refinancing. Mortgage rates don’t directly follow the Fed, but they’re influenced by moves like this, especially through bond yields. As borrowing costs decrease, more people may be able to afford homes or refinance their existing mortgages at lower rates, potentially reducing their monthly payments. With more cuts expected, the outlook for mortgage borrowers looks promising in the months ahead.
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