Fannie Mae CEO suggests adapting to elevated mortgage rates

Mortgage
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Hey everyone,

I just read an article where the Fannie Mae CEO made a pretty bold statement about mortgage rates. They’re saying we should all get ready for rates of 5% or more becoming the new normal. What do you guys think about this?

Is this just fearmongering, or should we really be preparing for higher rates long-term? I’m curious how this might affect the housing market and people’s ability to buy homes.

Has anyone here recently bought a house or is thinking about it? How are these higher rates impacting your plans?

Let’s discuss!

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yeah, higher rates suck but maybe itll cool down the crazy market. I’ve been looking to buy and its been nuts. mAybe now i can actually afford something without getting into a bidding war. still, 5% is rough. guess we gotta adapt or wait it out. anyone else feeling priced out?

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Interesting take! I’m curious, do you think these higher rates might actually create opportunities for some buyers? Like, could we see less competition in certain markets? Also, I wonder how this might affect home prices in the long run. Anyone have thoughts on whether we might see prices level off or even dip a bit?

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As someone who’s been in the real estate game for a while, I can say this shift isn’t entirely unexpected. We’ve been spoiled by historically low rates, and a return to 5%+ was bound to happen eventually. It’s not all doom and gloom, though. Higher rates can actually help stabilize the market by cooling off the frenzied bidding wars we’ve seen lately.

For potential buyers, it’s definitely a different landscape. You might need to adjust your expectations or look at different neighborhoods. But remember, buying a home is a long-term investment. If you find a place you love and can afford the payments, a slightly higher rate shouldn’t necessarily be a deal-breaker.

From what I’ve seen, people are adapting. Some are opting for adjustable-rate mortgages or looking into government-backed loans with more favorable terms. Others are simply saving longer to build a larger down payment. The market always finds a way to adjust.