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August 3, 2026 Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week slightly lower which put additional upward pressure on rates. Rates improved Tuesday morning, traded sideways Wednesday and Thursday, and ended the week on a negative note. The Middle East conflict continued to impact the economy, inflation fears, and mortgage interest rate direction. The Fed … Continue reading Mortgage Market in Review
July 27, 2026 Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week sharply lower which put significant upward pressure on rates. Rates worsened Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday with only a slight rebound Friday morning. The Middle East conflict reignited inflation fears as oil prices hit six-week highs. There were very few data releases, and most were … Continue reading Market Watch
Refinancing your mortgage can be a smart financial move—but it’s not the right choice for everyone. Whether you’re looking to lower your monthly payment, pay off your loan faster, or access your home’s equity, refinancing can help you reach your financial goals when the timing is right. Here are some common signs that refinancing may … Continue reading Should You Refinance? Signs It Might Make Sense
July 20, 2026 Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week slightly higher lower which put a little downward pressure on rates. Rates worsened Monday morning, recovered Tuesday, traded back and forth mid-week, and finished on a positive note. The data was tame and generally helped rates improve. Weekly ADP employment was 19.75K vs 21K. … Continue reading Market Watch
For many aspiring homeowners, the biggest obstacle isn’t their credit score or income—it’s what they believe about down payments. Misconceptions about how much money is required upfront cause countless buyers to delay purchasing a home, sometimes for years. The reality is that homeownership may be more attainable than you think. Let’s separate fact from fiction … Continue reading Down Payment Myths That Keep Buyers on the Sidelines
When it comes to achieving long-term financial stability, building equity is one of the most effective ways to grow your wealth. Whether through homeownership or business investments, equity represents the portion of an asset that you truly own. As your equity grows, so does your financial security and your ability to reach future financial goals. … Continue reading How Building Equity Helps Your Financial Future
July 13, 2026 Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the sharply lower which put upward pressure on rates. Rates started the week flat, worsened Tuesday and Wednesday, remained flat Thursday, and worsened again Friday morning. The Middle East conflict factored heavily into the volatility as military strikes resumed. Oil prices rose approximately 5% amid increased … Continue reading Market Watch
Nothing says summer quite like firing up the grill with family and friends. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a quiet dinner on the patio, grilling is one of the best parts of the season. Taking a few simple safety precautions can help ensure your cookout stays fun and accident-free. 1. Choose the … Continue reading Safe Grilling Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the sharply lower which put upward pressure on rates. Rates started the week flat, worsened Tuesday and Wednesday, but recovered a little bit of the losses in response to the employment report Friday morning. The data was mixed with some signs of economic weakness. Jolts jobs were 7.594M vs … Continue reading Market Watch – July 6th, 2026
KNOXVILLE, TN — Mortgage Investors Group (MIG), one of Tennessee’s premier independent mortgage banks, and Realty Executives Associates, the market-leading real estate brokerage in East Tennessee and one of the nation’s top 50 brokerages in the United States, today announced the formation of Riverbend Mortgage, a landmark joint venture built to fundamentally change how East … Continue reading Mortgage Investors Group and Realty Executives Associates Launch Riverbend Mortgage, LLC to Reimagine the Homebuying Experience in East Tennessee
Summer is one of the busiest times of the year for real estate. Longer days, school breaks, and favorable weather make it the perfect season to buy and sell a home. But with the excitement of a summer closing also comes one major challenge—the heat. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, a … Continue reading Beat the Heat: Moving Day Tips for Summer Closings
June 29, 2026 Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week a little higher which put some downward pressure on rates. Rates worsened considerably Monday, recovered and more mid-week, and finished relatively flat Friday. The data was tame with very little price pressures. ADP employment was 30.75K vs 25.5K the prior week. New home sales … Continue reading Market Watch
