Rates are slightly better than last year β but theyβre going nowhere fast π
The risk of waiting: if rates do fall, more sidelined buyers floods back in and prices jump. You trade a high rate for a bidding war.
What actually helps right now π
β Shop 3+ lenders (spreads are wide right now β you could literally save thousands just by comparing)
β Ask about float-down options (lets you lock a rate now but drop it if rates fall before closing)
β Buy the payment you can afford today
You marry the house, you date the rate π
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