Mortgage Crisis Giving more Woes to the Economy
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Mortgage Crisis Intensifies Economic Woes
Summary
The economic outlook continues to decline as the financial sector reports significant losses linked to the mortgage market. The residential and commercial real estate sectors, along with areas like credit cards and auto loans, are facing increased risks.Article
The economic landscape is becoming increasingly dire, with the financial sector facing massive losses due to its exposure to the mortgage market. This crisis is not only affecting residential and commercial real estate but also impacting sectors such as credit cards and auto loans, pushing them into precarious territory.Default rates on mortgages have already shaken the financial industry. Millions of adjustable-rate mortgages are set to reset at higher interest rates, as per new agreements, making it difficult for homeowners to meet payments. Specifically, $600 billion in subprime adjustable-rate mortgages will reset to higher amounts over the next eight months. While not all mortgages are in trouble, those who fall behind on payments add to the growing problem.
This crisis is forcing people from their homes and dragging the entire economy down. The housing slump could worsen, leading to more vacant homes on the market and causing prices to plummet by as much as 40% in key areas like California, Florida, and Nevada.
A recent report by Goldman Sachs estimates that the industry-wide losses from the drop in market value of subprime mortgage-related collateralized debt obligations could reach $150 billion. Third-quarter write-offs from financial firms totaled $18 billion, with projections of $22 billion in the fourth quarter. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development anticipates losses could soar to $300 billion.
This dire situation in housing is leading to broader issues, including rising unemployment and consumer losses. It's estimated that around 100,000 financial services jobs related to credit and lending have already been lost, affecting roles from local bank loan officers to mortgage-backed securities traders. These job losses are likely to reduce consumer spending, which drives two-thirds of the economy. Thousands of housing industry workers may also lose their jobs, impacting car dealerships, retailers, and others reliant on consumer spending.
Borrowers from the first six months of this year are already struggling more than those from last year, complicating efforts for new buyers to secure mortgages. This is a concerning sign for homebuilders with unsold projects and homeowners desperate to avoid loan defaults.
Foreclosure rates are another critical issue. The number of foreclosed homes is projected to rise significantly, with over 446,726 homes nationwide facing foreclosure?"one filing for every 196 households?"a 34% increase from three months earlier.
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