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Market Trends · June 19, 2026
Global Events, the Fed and Mortgage Planning
How geopolitical news, energy prices and monetary policy can affect a financing decision without determining its outcome.
Market Trends · May 1, 2026
Mortgage Rate History: Understanding the Comparisons
Distinguish weekly surveys, annual averages and daily rate observations before comparing mortgage rates across time.
Market Trends · April 14, 2026
Long-Term Thinking in a Volatile Market
Evaluate a home purchase using sustainable costs and your own time horizon, even when markets move quickly.
Market Trends · April 6, 2026
Q1 2026 Market Recap: Planning Through Uncertainty
A historical planning perspective on mortgage markets, local inventory and the limits of broad forecasts.
Market Trends · March 30, 2026
Why Headlines Move Markets—and How to Plan Your Home Search
Build a financing plan around affordability and timing rather than an assumed future rate decline.
Market Trends · December 29, 2025
Year-End 2025 Mortgage Planning: Looking Toward 2026
A dated year-end perspective on rate volatility and preparing for a financing decision in the following year.