Job growth came in soft, mortgage rates held steady, and oil prices remain in focus as the situation in the Middle East continues to develop. Here’s your Mortgage Porter Weekly update for the week of July 6th, 2026. [Read more…]
The Mortgage Porter Weekly | June Jobs Miss, Steady Rates & Total Cost Analysis
July 6, 2026 by Leave a Comment
The Mortgage Porter Weekly | Iran Deal & Rates, Fed Chair Warsh & Cash-Out Refi
June 15, 2026 by Leave a Comment
In this week’s Mortgage Porter Weekly, we cover the latest inflation data from May, rising unemployment claims, a potential breakthrough in the Iran conflict and what it could mean for mortgage rates, this week’s economic calendar, Fed Chair Warsh’s first rate announcement, and the morning MBS update. We also spotlight using a cash-out refinance for debt management — and share a quick favor to ask of you.
The Mortgage Porter Weekly Update | Iran Conflict – Fed Week – Appreciation Report
April 27, 2026 by Leave a Comment
It’s Fed Week, the Middle East conflict is driving bond markets, and I’ve got a home appreciation story out of Renton that I think you’ll find pretty compelling. Here’s your weekly mortgage market update for the week of April 27, 2026.
Mortgage Rate Update – Week of March 23, 2026
March 23, 2026 by Leave a Comment
What’s Moving Markets This Week
The ongoing conflict with Iran continues to drive volatility across financial markets. We’re seeing a seesaw effect — markets improve as tensions appear to ease, then pull back sharply when threats or attacks escalate.
The Iranian Parliament Speaker stated this week that they would move against purchasers and holders of US Treasuries, tying those assets to the cost of the conflict. As of Monday afternoon, the Dow is surging on reports that the US and Iran have had productive talks — but the situation remains fluid and bears close watching.
Where Are Mortgage Rates?
The Mortgage Porter Weekly | Mortgage Rates, Conflict in Iran and Fed Week
March 16, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Rates moved higher last week, but today (Monday, March 16th) delivered the best day for bonds since the conflict with Iran began — a meaningful bright spot heading into the week ahead. Here’s everything you need to know about where rates stand and what’s driving the market right now.
