PBM MORTGAGE INSIGHTS

After years of low housing supply and fierce competition, the 2025 housing market is finally shifting in some markets—and in favor of buyers. National active inventory is up 28.5% year-over-year as of March 31, 2025, offering a welcome surge in available homes. And by the end of this year, nearly half of U.S. metro areas could see inventory levels rise above pre-pandemic 2019 levels. At Presidential Bank Mortgage, we see this as a turning point—and a golden opportunity for bu

As we enter 2025, the mortgage market continues to evolve, presenting both opportunities and challenges for homebuyers and homeowners. Let’s explore the key trends and predictions for the year ahead. Interest Rate Forecast After years of fluctuations, 2025 is poised to bring more stability to mortgage interest rates. While predictions vary slightly among experts, the consensus points to rates remaining above 6% for most of the year: The Mortgage Bankers Association projects r

As anticipated, the Federal Reserve has chosen to maintain its current policy rates during its latest meeting.