Mortgage Rates & Market Updates
Mortgage rates are influenced by economic data, inflation trends, Federal Reserve policy, and global markets — not just headlines.
In this section, I break down what’s happening in the mortgage-backed securities market and how economic reports may impact rates. You’ll find:
- Weekly mortgage rate updates
- Federal Reserve (FOMC) commentary
- Inflation and employment report insights
- Housing market trends
- Legislative updates affecting lending
My goal is to translate complex economic movement into practical guidance for buyers and homeowners.
If you want context — not speculation — this is where you’ll find it.
The Mortgage Porter Weekly: Mortgage Rates Steady – Inflation Concerns Linger
March 10, 2026 by Leave a Comment
The Mortgage Porter Weekly – Mortgage Rate Update for the Week of March 2, 2026
March 2, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Mortgage rates are being impacted by the war in Iran. Often times, during war we see mortgage rates improve as investors seek the safety of bonds. Because of the threat to oil, and the potential for inflation, mortgage rates are moving higher.
Take a look at the charts today, compliments of MBS Highway. The last red dash shows the hit mortgage-backed securities took today – closing down 33 basis points. [Read more…]
Lowest Mortgage Rates in 3.5 Years says Freddie Mac!
February 26, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Freddie Mac’s PMMS report shows the lowest mortgage rates for the 30 year fixed in over 3.5 years. This is a weekly report based on averages, so this is technically “old news” BUT I really like the direction mortgage rates are currently trending. If you would like to have current rates based on your personal scenario, I can help you with that! [Read more…]
Mortgage Rates Under 6% — Is the Supreme Court Ruling on Tariffs Impacting the Market?
February 23, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Welcome back to Mortgage Porter Weekly!
After an amazing three-week road trip down to California, the Grand Canyon, and back home to Seattle, I’m officially back in the office and watching the markets closely. And what a week to return — we’re seeing something we haven’t consistently seen in a while…
30-year conforming mortgage rates are trending lower!
That’s getting attention.
The Mortgage Porter Weekly Update – Mortgage Rates Below 6%
February 17, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Good morning from Astoria, Oregon.
I’m writing this from our room at the Bowline Hotel, with a herd (pod? committee?) of very committed resident sea lions barking below our window. If you’ve stayed here, you know exactly what I mean.
This is where our road trip began—and where it’s ending.
We left from Astoria headed south toward sunshine and desert skies, spending time in Palm Desert and standing in awe at the Grand Canyon. After taking in so much beauty, we decided to come full circle and return to where we started.
There’s something meaningful about that. [Read more…]
