About Jon Iacono
Jon Iacono brings his 21+ years of experience in the industry to Advisors Mortgage Group. Jon was born in Brooklyn, NY but has lived the majority of his life in Monmouth County, NJ. As a graduate of Monmouth University with a concentration in Management and Computer Science, Jon brings his training and education to Advisors Mortgage to help grow and manage the recruiting team.
Jon worked alongside many mortgage and real estate industry professionals previously with Mortgage Intelligence companies such as, Mortgage Market Guide, Loan Tool Box, Certified, Scripts for Success, CMPS, MBS Highway, Turning Point CRM and more. Jon gives back to his community and has been an active volunteer firefighter for the Colts Neck 84 -1 station since 2004. He enjoys staying active by playing golf, lifting weights, boxing, training Jiu Jitsu and most importantly spending time with his two kids Lily and Jonny Jr.
Mortgage Applications Increase in Latest Mortgage Bankers Association Survey
January 26, 2026
Mortgage applications jumped 14.1% for the week ending January 16, 2026, according to the MBA, driven mainly by a surge in refinancing as interest rates moved lower.
The Refinance Index rose 20% from the prior week and was 183% higher than a year ago, marking the strongest refinance activity since September 2025.
Purchase applications increased modestly, with the seasonally adjusted Purchase Index up 5% week-over-week and 18% higher than last year, helped by an 8% rise in conventional loan demand.
Refinance activity made up 61.9% of total applications, while ARM share increased to 7.1%.
Overall, the spike in applications suggests buyers and homeowners are quick to respond when even small rate drops create new opportunities.
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