Decreased Housing Inventory in California

Quest Loans is based right here in sunny California! Recently, we heard that our lovely state has been hit hard by a low inventory situation. We all know that California can be pricey, but for first-time home buyers seeking lower-priced homes for sale, the stakes have just gone up! According to Zillow's latest analysis that keeps track of the number of homes for sale across the country, California's numbers are low.

As a lending company, we are definitely on the homeowner's side! So we'd like to recommend that you begin your house search soon in case these numbers continue to dwindle. The blame for a decrease in the number of available homes for sale partially falls on investors who are snatching them up to rent out to you.

However, we know that not everyone wants to rent. If you are able to find a home that you can see your family growing in, please give us a call so we can help you qualify for the loan right away! With a limited inventory, it is important to take these first steps soon!! 888-883-5252

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Home Data Index Market Report Summary

According to Clear Capital's Home Data Index Market Report from September 2012, the uncertainty of the fiscal cliff is threatening to slow the rate at which the housing market has been recovering. (The fiscal cliff is a term describing the issues the U.S. Government will face at the end of 2012 when the Budget Control Act of 2011 takes effect.)

The report also states that the national yearly price of homes has increased by 3.6% and it is predicted that it will increase another 2.2% over the next six months. If we can avoid the fiscal cliff, there is still a risk that confidences will be damaged which is essential for the recovery. Overall, though, most markets are improving rather than declining and it looks good that recovery will survive the winter. It is possible that the fear of a potential fiscal cliff could sway consumer confidence and discourage home buyers, but we are optimistic that everything will be fine.

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Unemployment Rate Falls

Typically when there is good news regarding employment, it has a positive effect on the mortgage industry as well. The economy has created 114,000 new jobs which caused the unemployment rate to fall to 7.8% as of September! More jobs means more money and, hopefully, fewer foreclosures! However, a lot of businesses are currently not hiring because they are waiting to see how the election plays out in November. Despite this, economy is slowly continuing to bounce back!  If you are reaping the benefits and are thinking about purchasing a home in the near future, Quest Loans would like to help! Call us at 888-883-5252 for assistance!

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Rates Keep Falling!

According to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey, the average fixed mortgage rates have fallen to new all-time record lows again! These rates have been falling due to the Federal Reserve purchasing mortgage securities.  If you are looking to buy a house soon, we'd recommend taking advantage of these great rates! The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is currently averaging 3.36%! Give us a call today if you are interesting in finding out more information! Quest Loans would love to help! 888-883-5252

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Further Proof of Economic Recovery

For the first time since November 2007, home equity installment balances rose 0.3%. This may indicate a new chapter for the mortgage industry. According to Equifax's latest National Consumer Credit Trends Report the total number of loans fell by 43% over the past four years and home equity installment balances fell by 49%. However, residential real estate is beginning to stabilize and mortgage debts and delinquencies are declining in number. Mortgage rates themselves are setting new record lows nearly every week! All of these individual pieces are combining to create a new and improved economy; one that is working hard to recover.

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