Nov 20 2024

Mastering Las Vegas Mortgage Rates: Tips from Dr. Jan Duffy

Navigating Las Vegas Mortgage Rate Changes: Expert Insights from Dr. Jan Duffy

Dr. Jan Duffy - Las Vegas Luxury Real Estate Expert

As a luxury high-rise specialist and REALTOR® with over 30 years of experience in Las Vegas, I’ve helped countless clients navigate the complexities of mortgage rates. If you’ve been watching the market lately, especially here in Las Vegas, you might feel like you’re on a roller coaster ride similar to our famous Stratosphere rides. Let’s break down what’s causing these changes and what it means for your Las Vegas real estate journey.

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The Market’s Reaction to the Election

A significant factor causing fluctuations in mortgage rates is the general reaction to the political landscape. As a Las Vegas real estate expert who’s worked through multiple election cycles, I’ve observed how these periods consistently impact our local market. According to the National Association of Home Builders:

“. . . the primary reason interest rates have been on the rise pertains to the uncertainty surrounding the presidential election. Although the election is now complete, there continue to be growing concerns over budget deficits.”

Las Vegas Real Estate Market Trends

Here in Las Vegas, where our luxury high-rise market is particularly sensitive to economic shifts, we’re seeing these effects firsthand. Our international buyers and investors in properties like Waldorf Astoria, Trump Towers, and Veer Towers are especially attuned to these changes.

The Economy and the Federal Reserve

Inflation and unemployment continue to be major drivers of mortgage rates. In Las Vegas, where our economy is closely tied to tourism and hospitality, we’re particularly sensitive to these economic indicators. The Federal Reserve’s decisions have significant implications for our local real estate market, especially in luxury developments like Panorama Towers and Turnberry Place.

Federal Reserve Impact on Mortgage Rates

The Fed’s recent moves to bring inflation under control while maintaining maximum employment have had a notable impact on our local market. While they don’t directly set mortgage rates, their decisions influence the rates available to Las Vegas homebuyers.

What This Means for Las Vegas Real Estate

As a luxury real estate specialist in Las Vegas, I’m seeing these impacts play out in several ways:

Las Vegas Luxury Properties

High-Rise Market: Our luxury high-rise market, including properties at Allure and Juhl, remains resilient despite rate fluctuations
Investment Properties: International investors in Las Vegas are carefully timing their purchases based on rate trends
Local Buyers: First-time luxury buyers are particularly focused on rate changes when considering properties

As The Mortgage Reports notes:
“Today’s economic indicators come with mixed pressures on mortgage rates and we’re likely to be in for a good amount of volatility as markets adjust and respond to the election . . .”

Expert Guidance for Las Vegas Real Estate

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With over three decades of experience in Las Vegas real estate, including specialized expertise in divorce-related property matters and luxury high-rise properties, I can help you navigate these challenging times. Whether you’re looking to buy at the Signature at MGM Grand or sell your Turnberry Place residence, understanding current mortgage rates is crucial to making informed decisions.

Bottom Line

The Las Vegas real estate market, particularly the luxury segment, will continue to be influenced by mortgage rate volatility driven by economic factors and political changes. As your local expert, I’m here to help you make informed decisions in this dynamic market.

Contact Dr. Jan Duffy for Expert Las Vegas Real Estate Guidance:

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For personalized advice on timing your Las Vegas real estate purchase or sale in relation to current mortgage rates, contact our office today. With our expertise in both luxury properties and the local market, we’ll help you navigate these changing times with confidence.

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For the past couple of years, it’s been tough for a lot of homebuyers to make the numbers work. Home prices shot up. Mortgage rates too. And a number of people hit pause because it just didn’t feel possible. Maybe you were one of them.

But there’s some encouraging news. If you’ve been waiting for a better time to jump back in, affordability may finally be showing signs of improvement this fall.

The latest data from Redfin shows the typical monthly mortgage payment has been coming down, and is now about $290 lower than it was just a few months ago (see graph below):

And here’s why this is happening. The cost of buying a home really comes down to three things:

Mortgage rates
Home prices
Your wages

Right now, all three are finally moving in a better direction for you. While that doesn’t mean it’s suddenly easy to buy at today’s rates and prices, it does mean it’s not as challenging.

1. Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates have come down compared to earlier this year. In May, they were roughly 7%. And now, they’re closer to 6.3% (see graph below):

That may not sound like a big deal, but it does matter. Even small changes in rates can make a difference in your future monthly payment. Compared to when rates were 7%, if you take out an average $400K mortgage now at 6.3%, it’ll cost about $190 less a month based on just rates alone.

And for some people, that’s been enough to make buying a home possible again. As Joel Kan, VP and Deputy Chief Economist at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), explained on September 10^th:

“The downward rate movement spurred the strongest week of borrower demand since 2022 . . . Purchase applications increased to the highest level since July and continued to run more than 20 percent ahead of last year’s pace.”

2. Home Prices

After several years of prices rising very rapidly, price growth has finally slowed. As Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist at First American, puts it:

“National home price growth remains positive, but muted — low single digits — and we expect this trend to continue in the second half of the year.”

For buyers, that’s actually a big relief. That moderation makes it easier to plan your budget. And in some markets, prices have even dipped slightly. If you’re in one of the markets, you may be able to find something that’s more affordable than you’d expect.

3. Wages

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), wages are up near 4% annually. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at NAR, explains why that number is so important right now:

“Wage growth is now comfortably outpacing home price growth, and buyers have more choices.”

In other words, the typical paycheck is rising faster than home prices right now, which helps make buying a little more affordable. Now, it’s not a big difference, but in a market like this, every bit counts.

What This Means for You

Lower rates, slower price growth, and stronger wages might be enough to make the numbers finally work for you this fall.

While affordability is still tight, it’s a little easier on your wallet to buy now than it was just few months ago. Remember, data from Redfin shows the typical monthly mortgage payment is already around $290 lower than it was earlier this year.

Bottom Line

Have you been wondering if it’s worth taking another look at buying?

Work with a professional to re-run the numbers. Together you can go over your budget, see what’s changed, and figure out if this fall is the time to turn window-shopping into key-turning.

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