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- Mortgage Rates Set an Interesting Record This Week February 27, 2026Mortgage rates finished the week at their lowest levels since August 2022. In outright terms, this is far from the record lows, but rates set another kind of record.
- Rates at 3-Year Lows Despite Market Volatility After Tariff Ruling February 20, 2026In addition to being shortened by Monday's holiday, this week's economic data didn't spark any big reactions in the bond market. Even after The Supreme Court ruled against Trump's IEEPA tariffs, rates managed to end the week right in line with the lowest levels in more than 3 years.
- Mortgage Rates Back Near 3-Year Lows After Defying Jobs Data February 13, 2026The bond market drives changes in interest rates. Among bond traders, it's no secret that the Bureau of Labor Statistics' (BLS) jobs report is the most consequential monthly economic data. But this time around, the reaction defied expectations.
- Will Mortgage Rates Fall Thanks to a New Fed Chair? February 6, 2026With the announcement that Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to be the new Fed Chair, there's a lot of misinformation and speculation making the rounds regarding the potential impact on mortgage rates. Let's clear it up.
- Best Month For Home Price Gains in Over a Year, But Context Matters January 30, 2026This week's newsletter is all about context when it comes to economic data and market movement. One point of view may provide a clear takeaway while zooming out completely changes the picture.