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3 Fed Officials Want Rate Hikes—What It Means for Your Mortgage Rate

Good morning! Rates are actually holding a little better than they were a week ago, even with some noisy headlines out of Washington and overseas. Here's what's moving the market today and what it means for you.

Published on 07/31/2026

Mortgage Rates vs. the Iran War: What the Market Data Reveals

A client-ready comparison of the 2-year Treasury, 10-year Treasury and WTI crude oil—plus what Freddie Mac’s strong quarter really tells us about housing.

Published on 07/31/2026

Is the Fed About to Trigger a Mortgage Rate Shock?

Mortgage rates ticked up again this morning — even after a batch of cooler-than-expected economic data landed at 8:30am. The bigger story continues to be this week's Federal Reserve meeting, where a rare three-way dissent kept bond yields elevated. Here's what's actually happening and what it means for you.

Published on 07/30/2026

CPI Drops, Jobs Cool: Is a Fed Rate Cut Finally Coming?

CPI, PPI, PCE, unemployment and initial jobless claims tracked from January 2025 through the latest available release.

Published on 07/29/2026

Fed Rate Call + Global Crisis: Mortgage Rate Snapshot Today

Today is Fed Decision Day, and it's landing alongside some real overnight drama: Iran launched a missile attack on U.S. forces in the Middle East, sending oil prices sharply higher.

Published on 07/29/2026

Mortgage Rates Flat at 6.80% Ahead of Critical Fed Vote

Good morning! Rates are holding steady today while the market waits on tomorrow's big event: the Federal Reserve's rate decision. Here's what's happening and what to watch before Wednesday afternoon.

Published on 07/28/2026

This Week's Mortgage Rate Outlook: Rates Down, Fed Decision Ahead

Good morning! A ceasefire between the US and Iran is cooling oil prices and bond yields today, giving mortgage rates a modest break heading into this week's Federal Reserve meeting. Here's what's moving the market and what it means for you.

Published on 07/27/2026

Should You Sell Your Current Home Before Buying a New One?

Should you sell your current home before buying your next one? Learn the pros, cons, financing options, and key factors that can help you make the best move for your financial situation.

Published on 07/27/2026

Mortgage Rates Just Hit 11-Month High — Here's What Happens Next

The move is coming from outside the housing world entirely — oil prices spiking on Middle East tensions and bond yields following them higher. Here's what's happening and what it means for you.

Published on 07/23/2026