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 for the Week of May 18, 2026

Last Week in Review

It’s Jobs Week — and with a packed economic calendar ahead, the bond market is on alert. Here’s what’s happening with mortgage rates, what to watch this week, and why the “just wait for rates to drop” strategy may cost more than you think.

Today the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) wraps up its two-day meeting and announces whether the Fed Funds Rate will change. If you own a home or are thinking about buying one, you’ve probably been watching the headlines. And if you’re like most people, you may be wondering: does what the Fed does today affect my mortgage rate?

The short answer is: not directly. And understanding why is one of the most useful things a homeowner or home buyer can know about how mortgage rates actually work. [Read more…]

Mortgage Rates & Market Update — Week of April 20, 2026

Mortgage rates are slightly improved compared to last’s update. Learn what may impact mortgages, recent improvements to low down conventional mortgage programs and a reminder for our upcoming homebuyer workshop in this week’s episode of The Mortgage Porter.

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