“This was not a promise to hike. It was a warning that the Fed is prepared to hike.”
Published on 08/31/2026
Learn how pricing your home right from day one captures maximum buyer momentum and avoids the stale listing trap.
Published on 08/31/2026
Mortgage rates barely moved this morning, and there's a simple reason: the entire bond market is standing still waiting for one speech. At 10:00 AM Eastern, new Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh delivers his first keynote at the Jackson Hole symposium. Until he opens his mouth, nobody is willing to take a position.
Published on 08/28/2026
Discover why August through winter may give prepared 2026 homebuyers more inventory, less competition and greater negotiating power on price, repairs and incentives.
Published on 08/24/2026
Discover what mortgage escrow is and how it protects your funds and documents during a home purchase. Learn key tips for buyers to ensure a smooth closing process.
Published on 08/17/2026
Learn why 2026 may offer smart opportunities for homebuyers despite current mortgage rates, and why personal readiness often matters more than trying to perfectly time the market.
Published on 08/10/2026
Good morning! Mortgage rates are holding right around 6.75% on the 30-year conventional today, and this week's small dose of good news
Published on 08/06/2026
Rates Ease Again as Wall Street Rallies on Iran Deal Hopes
Published on 08/05/2026
A supply-and-demand map of Treasury, corporate, municipal and mortgage-backed securities — updated August 5, 2026.
Published on 08/05/2026
