Eli Weissman Branch Manager NMLS22677Jet Direct

📉 Inflation cools... but mortgage rates spike? That’s right—this week brought a surprising twist for investors and homebuyers. While March’s CPI and PPI showed signs of easing inflation, mortgage rates jumped as markets focused on future risks, like tariffs on Chinese imports and sticky service-sector prices.

📊 30-year fixed rates surged from 6.6% to 6.97%, and DSCR loan rates hit 8.22%, tightening cash flow for real estate investors. Meanwhile, housing inventory remains low, keeping home prices high despite rising borrowing costs.

With the Fed cautious and rate cuts possibly delayed until late 2025, investors need to get strategic—focus on strong deals, flexible financing, and markets with real demand. Let’s break it all down and prep for what’s next! 🏡💼

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🔥 Boom! Inflation came in hotter than expected, and the market felt it. The PCE report just iced hopes for immediate rate cuts, while Trump’s surprise auto tariff threat brought trade war fears roaring back. 📉

📊 Mortgage rates ticked up to 6.82%, DSCR loans held around 8.07%, and the latest GDP report shows a resilient—but cautious—economy. Corporate profits surged 💼, consumer spending is losing momentum 💳, and inflation remains sticky at 2.8%.

With interest rates rising and market sentiment shifting, real estate investors need to stay sharp. Whether you’re locking in financing or timing your next move—this is the moment to pay attention. 🏡💼

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⚠️ Are We Entering Stagflation? Last week delivered a wave of economic shifts that could reshape your real estate investment strategy. From sliding mortgage rates to weaker-than-expected retail sales and the Fed’s updated outlook, the signs point to rising uncertainty in the market.

📉 Mortgage Rate Trends:
30-year fixed dropped slightly from 6.8% to 6.71%, while DSCR loans held around 7.89%.

🛒 Retail Sales Report (March 17):
Retail sales rose just 0.2%, missing expectations of 0.6%, hinting at cautious consumer behavior.

🏦 FOMC Meeting (March 19):
The Fed held rates at 4.25%–4.50%, lowered GDP growth forecasts to 1.7%, and raised inflation projections to 2.7%, sparking stagflation concerns.

🌍 Trade Policy Impact:
New tariffs announced by President Trump could pressure inflation further while slowing growth—creating a tough balancing act for the Fed.

📈 Market Reaction:
Despite it all, the S&P 500 gained 1.1% and the Dow Jones rose 0.9%, as investors welcomed the Fed’s cautious stance.

Stay informed and strategic—because in a shifting economy, knowledge is your greatest asset. 🧠💼

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📢 New Tariffs Shake the Economy! 🌎💰 This week, President Trump’s administration imposed major tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, sparking trade tensions and market uncertainty. Here’s how the economy responded:

📊 Mortgage Rates: The 30-year fixed rate started at 6.74% and rose to 6.79%, reflecting market reactions. DSCR loans held steady at 7.99%.
💼 ADP Employment Report (Feb): Private sector hiring slowed to 77,000 jobs, down from 186,000 in January, signaling business caution.
📉 Unemployment Rate: Rose slightly to 4.1%, as job growth slowed to 151,000 new jobs—below expectations.
🏦 Federal Reserve Update: Held rates steady, citing inflation concerns and trade policy uncertainties.
🌍 Global Market Reactions: Markets faced volatility as investors weighed the economic impact of new tariffs.

With rising trade tensions and shifting economic trends, the real estate and financial markets remain in flux. What’s next? Stay tuned! 🏡📈

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📢 Markets React to Tariff News & Economic Shifts! 🌎💰 This week, President Trump’s announcement of 25% tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China sent shockwaves through global markets, raising concerns about economic impacts. Meanwhile, key financial indicators showed mixed signals:

📉 Mortgage Rate Movements: The 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped from 7.02% to 6.79%, while DSCR loans held steady at 8.39%.
📊 GDP Report (Feb 27): The U.S. economy grew at 2.3% in Q4 2024, slowing from 3.1% due to reduced business investments.
💼 Jobless Claims Spike (Feb 27): Claims surged by 22,000 to 242,000, marking the biggest jump in five months—partly due to winter weather & federal workforce reductions.
🔥 PCE Inflation Report (Feb 28): Inflation slowed slightly to 2.5% YoY, but remains above the Fed’s 2% target.

With tariffs looming, inflation still elevated, and mortgage rates adjusting, real estate and financial markets remain in flux. Stay tuned for next week’s update! 🏡📈

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🚨 Big Job Gains & Mortgage Rate Movement! 🚨 The U.S. economy added 185,000 new jobs this week, bringing the unemployment rate down to 4%—a shift that’s making waves in the real estate market! 📊

🏡 Mortgage Rates Update:
🔹 30-year fixed mortgage started at 7.12% and dipped to 7.00% by week’s end.
🔹 DSCR loans remained steady at 8.26%, a key figure for investors.

📊 Key Economic Reports Driving These Changes:
✅ ADP Jobs Report (Feb 5): Only 107,000 private-sector jobs added—less than expected, hinting at a cooling labor market.
✅ Initial Jobless Claims (Feb 6): Increased to 219,000, signaling a possible hiring slowdown.
✅ Nonfarm Payrolls & Unemployment Rate (Feb 7): 185,000 new jobs, but unemployment ticked up to 3.9%, giving the Fed more room for potential rate cuts.

📉 What’s Next? The Federal Reserve’s latest meeting minutes suggest possible rate cuts by mid-2025, depending on inflation trends. Meanwhile, housing inventory is rising, which could offer buyers some much-needed relief. Stay tuned for more updates! 🔍💰

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