We’re back after Thanksgiving to talk about one of the biggest stories in the mortgage world: the upcoming change in Fed leadership and what it could mean for rates, affordability, and your business. Here’s what we cover in this episode:
– Why the Fed Chair matters for mortgage rates (and why it’s not a direct link) – Trump’s push for a dovish Fed and lower interest rates – Kevin Hassett as the rumored front-runner – How market confidence impacts long-term mortgage rates – What analysts predict for 2026 and why optimism is growing – Quick primer on what really drives mortgage rates: Treasury yields, MBS trades, inflation expectations, and Fed credibility
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Interest rates are of course making home less affordable nowadays, but that’s not the only increase. Home insurance has increased in some areas as much as 50% in recent years. What can we do about this?
The government bailed out the SVB so depositors would not lose their money. This should be an isolated situation, and we shouldn’t see a domino effect.
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