Kendra Larson Realtor, brokered by Exp Realty LLC

02/25/2026

📉 Mortgage Rates Just Dropped Below 6% — What This Means for Buyers Who’ve Been Waiting

Big news in the housing market! 30-year fixed mortgage rates are now dipping below 6% (currently around 5.99%) — and that shift can make a BIG difference for buyers who’ve been sitting on the sidelines.

So what does this actually mean for you?

💰 1. Lower Monthly Payments

Even a small rate drop can significantly reduce your monthly mortgage payment. On a $400,000 home, moving from 6.75% to 5.99% could mean hundreds of dollars in savings per month — and tens of thousands over the life of the loan.

🏡 2. Increased Buying Power

Lower rates = more home for your budget.
You may now qualify for a higher price point while keeping your payment comfortable — or simply enjoy a lower payment at the same price range.

🔑 3. More Confidence to Make a Move

Many buyers paused during higher rate peaks. When rates dip below key psychological levels (like 6%), we typically see:
• More buyer activity
• More offers
• Increased competition

If you’ve been waiting, this could be your window before demand heats back up.

📊 4. Opportunity Before the Spring Rush

Rates dropping ahead of peak buying season means you may be able to:
✔ Lock in a lower rate
✔ Negotiate before multiple-offer situations return
✔ Take advantage of builder incentives

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If you’ve been “waiting for rates to drop” — this is your sign to at least run the numbers.

Let’s look at what this means for YOUR specific situation and payment. A small shift in rate can create a big opportunity.

Message me anytime to start the conversation.

Kendra Larson
281.961.1437
Co-Founder, Paramount Properties Group
eXp Realty 🏡

02/25/2026

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02/22/2026

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02/19/2026

🚫 4 Things I Will NOT Do as Your Realtor 🚫

1️⃣ I will NOT pressure you.
This is one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. My job is to guide you, not rush you.

2️⃣ I will NOT sugarcoat the market.
Whether we’re buying or selling in Katy, Fulshear, or surrounding areas — you’ll always get honesty, strategy, and real data.

3️⃣ I will NOT disappear after you go under contract.
That’s when the real work begins. Negotiations, inspections, timelines — I’m there through every step.

4️⃣ I will NOT treat you like a transaction.
You’re not a deal. You’re a family making a move. And that matters.

If you’re looking for a Realtor who protects your investment, communicates clearly, and fights for your best outcome — let’s talk.

📍 Serving Katy, Fulshear & surrounding Houston areas

— Kendra
Co-Founder, Paramount Properties Group
eXp Realty

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