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Mortgage Rate Intelligence & Market Updates

Stay informed about economic developments that may influence mortgage rates and home financing decisions. Explore updates covering inflation, Federal Reserve policy, Treasury yields, housing trends, and other important market indicators. Use the category filters to browse relevant economic and mortgage news, then select an article to read the full update. Review the latest stories and market insights to better understand changing conditions when considering your mortgage options.

What Today’s Economic Data Can Mean for Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates can respond to changes in inflation, employment, Federal Reserve policy, Treasury yields, and expectations about future economic growth. These factors do not determine mortgage rates by themselves, but they can influence the broader bond market and the pricing lenders offer.

For homebuyers and homeowners, the important question is not simply whether economic news is “good” or “bad.” The key is how new information changes expectations for inflation, interest rates, and the economy. Those changes can contribute to mortgage rate movement and affect purchasing power, refinance opportunities, and monthly payment estimates.

Use the market updates below as supporting information, then consider your specific loan type, credit profile, property, and financing goals when evaluating current mortgage options.

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New homes still cost less than resales in many U.S. markets

Zillow reports that new homes in July sold at $205 per square foot, compared with $212 for existing homes
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Do Open Houses Sell Homes? Here’s What Actually Helps a Sale

An open house is a designated time when potential buyers can tour a home without scheduling a private showing. It gives them a chance to imagine themselves living in a…
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Signature Homes thinks 100-day builds can win in a smaller market

Builder expects 530 closings and $430 million revenue in 2026, with 304 net orders in the first half
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FHFA says Fannie, Freddie will use one LLPA grid for FICO and VantageScore

Change follows lender feedback after VantageScore 4.0 was approved for eligible conventional loans earlier this month
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Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House?

Key takeaways: If you have the means, now may be a good time to buy a house. It’s the strongest buyer’s market on record – there are 58% more home…
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Mortgage Rates Rise to 7.58%

Mortgage rates moved higher again on Tuesday as the bond market continues recalibrating expectations for Fed policy, economic growth, and inflation. The weakness is especially frustrating considering a fairly large…
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NRMLA says it will keep pushing for HECM insurance changes after remarks by Ginnie Mae president

NRMLA President Steve Irwin said the trade group will continue to lobby HUD, FHA on lowering the upfront mortgage insurance premium for federally insured reverse mortgages
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Home prices up 1.9% annually in July — energy, fuel costs loom

Seattle recorded the largest annual decline for the second consecutive month
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