|
Mortgage Market Update
Jennifer Clemens
Clemens Mortgage Group, LLC
Thursday, September 3, 2026
|
Your rate depends on more than you think |
|
A Note From Jennifer Clemens
Happy Friday! 😎
Mortgage rates saw some pressure this week as markets reacted to ongoing global tensions and economic uncertainty. This afternoon, bond markets sold off after the Trump/Xi summit wrapped up with little progress toward easing concerns overseas, pushing Treasury yields to their highest levels since May 2025.
Temporary rate buy-downs continue to be a hot topic and help buyer's ease into their mortgage payment. Seller concessions, rate buy downs, bridge loans and strategy conversations can make a huge difference.
Also - We can now offer VantageScore options on certain loan programs in addition to traditional FICO scoring. This could be a game changer for some buyers and may even help save deals that previously may not have qualified. 🙌
If you need help running numbers or navigating a tricky scenario, I’m always just a text away!
|
Rates are moving, but they're not moving the same way for everyone. Here's why.
|
|
National Mortgage Rates · August 27, 2026
|
%22%2C%22fill%22%3Atrue%2C%22tension%22%3A0.4%2C%22pointRadius%22%3A4%2C%22pointBackgroundColor%22%3A%22%231e88a8%22%2C%22borderWidth%22%3A2%7D%5D%7D%2C%22options%22%3A%7B%22plugins%22%3A%7B%22legend%22%3A%7B%22display%22%3Afalse%7D%7D%2C%22scales%22%3A%7B%22y%22%3A%7B%22ticks%22%3A%7B%22callback%22%3A%22function(v)%7Breturn%20v%2B%5C%22%25%5C%22%7D%22%2C%22color%22%3A%22%23666%22%7D%2C%22grid%22%3A%7B%22color%22%3A%22rgba(0%2C0%2C0%2C0.06)%22%7D%7D%2C%22x%22%3A%7B%22grid%22%3A%7B%22display%22%3Afalse%7D%2C%22ticks%22%3A%7B%22font%22%3A%7B%22size%22%3A11%7D%2C%22color%22%3A%22%23666%22%7D%7D%7D%7D%7D&w=520&h=180&bkg=white&f=12) |
|
Source: Freddie Mac PMMS & Optimal Blue via FRED
Rates shown are national averages and are provided for informational purposes only. Actual rates vary based on credit profile, loan amount, and market conditions. Please contact us for a personalized rate quote.
|
| |
|
|
Rate Movement
Why your neighbor's rate isn't your rate
I talk to borrowers all the time who heard what their friend or coworker got approved for and assume that's what they'll get too. The truth is, interest rates aren't one-size-fits-all. Your credit profile, down payment, loan type, property type, and even your debt-to-income ratio all play a role in the rate you're offered. Two people applying on the same day can walk away with different numbers—and that's normal. The good news? Understanding what influences your own rate is the first step to making a smart borrowing decision. If you're curious what factors might affect your specific situation, I'd love to walk through it with you.
|
|
Tip of the Week
Schedule a plumber to inspect older homes for slow leaks — water damage is expensive and often hidden until it's serious.
|
|
Tips for Homeowners
Jumbo Loans: What They Are and How They Work
|
|
1.
|
A jumbo loan exceeds the conforming loan limit set by the FHFA — $766,550 in most areas for 2024, higher in designated high-cost markets. These loans can't be sold to Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.
|
|
2.
|
Jumbo loans typically require stronger credit (often 700+), larger down payments (10–20%), and more cash reserves. Underwriting is more thorough and can take longer.
|
|
3.
|
Rates on jumbo loans are sometimes comparable to or even lower than conforming rates, depending on market conditions. Don't assume a jumbo loan means a worse deal — shop lenders.
|
|
|
Have questions about how any of this affects your mortgage or home purchase? We're here to help — reach out to the Jennifer Clemens team any time and we'll walk you through your options. |
|
|
|
|
602-214-9048 | https://clemensmortgagegroup.com/
You are receiving this from Clemens Mortgage Group, LLC. Unsubscribe
|
|
