The Mortgage Bankers Association's weekly survey showed purchase loan applications UP 1% from the week before, refinance applications UP 6%, and Austin mortgage rates at record low levels
High probability of a worsening Austin mortgage price change. We see the tactical bias as being defensive with conditions and chart work pointing to a more bearish outcome. Borrowers are advised to stay with this market and don’t let it put you to sleep. It could be costly.
Overall, the report does nothing to instill confidence in economic growth. Matter of fact, it’s started a new group of traders and investors fanning the fires of a double dip recession. Bill Gross is now calling for unemployment to go over 10% in the coming months. If there is a silver lining, you’ll find it in low Austin mortgage rates today, tomorrow, and well into the 3rd quarter.
