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Midweek Clarity — What the Market’s Whispering (That Most Buyers Miss)

  • Writer: Michael Belfor
    Michael Belfor
  • Aug 6
  • 2 min read

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We’re halfway through the week — and while mortgage rates haven’t made any big moves yet, the data is whispering something important.


The market wants to go lower. It just hasn’t been given full permission yet.


This morning’s ADP jobs data showed more softening in private hiring. That follows last week’s BLS report and adds to the growing narrative: the job market is cooling, slowly but surely. For the Fed, that’s big — because softer jobs data means less pressure to keep rates high.


The Market Doesn’t Shout — It Whispers First


If you only read headlines, it might feel like nothing’s happening. But if you’re watching the bond market, mortgage-backed securities, and the 10-Year Treasury, you know better.


Here’s what we’re seeing:

  • Treasuries are testing 4.10% support

  • MBS pricing is starting to firm up

  • Rate sheets are holding steady — but feel poised for movement


We’re not saying “rates are dropping.”We’re saying the conditions are setting up for it.


That’s why this week is important — not for what happens today, but for what it sets up over the next 1–2 weeks.


Strategy Still Wins — Not Speculation

You don’t win in this market by guessing what the Fed will do.


You win by being fully underwritten, knowing your strike rate, and working with a lender who’s watching the market minute-by-minute.


We’re already helping clients lock during small windows of improvement — and those wins are adding up. The difference in payment between 7.25% and 6.75% could mean thousands saved in just the first year.


Programs Clients Are Using Right Now (Yes, Still Fast)

In case you missed it:

  • DSCR loans for investors (no income docs)

  • Bank Statement Loans for self-employed buyers

  • Lender-Paid 2/1 Buydowns (no seller credit needed)

  • DPA – closing in 15 days when structured right


These aren’t second-tier options — they’re top-tier strategies when used right.


Bottom Line

The market is whispering. If you’re listening, you can get ahead of the next move.


We’re helping buyers stay calm, move fast, and lock wins during short-lived dips.And we’re ready when the real shift comes.


Let’s build your plan before the crowd wakes up.

The Belfor Team

Mortgage Banker

Branch Manager

NMLS 264700

CA DRE 01878769 
SF.415.233.4235

OC. 949.577.6449

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