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.
The Mortgage Porter Weekly Update | Iran Conflict – Fed Week – Appreciation Report
April 27, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Mortgage Rates & Market Update — Week of April 20, 2026
April 20, 2026 by Leave a Comment
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.
The Mortgage Porter Weekly: Mortgage Rates, Inflation, War and HELOC Program
April 13, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Mortgage Rate Update — Week of April 13, 2026
This week’s update covers March inflation data, a stronger-than-expected jobs report, the latest on mortgage-backed securities, and a spotlight on a powerful but underused product — the first lien HELOC, also known as an offset mortgage.
The Mortgage Porter Weekly: Mortgage Rates, Jobs Data, Inflation Reports, Iran Conflict and Condo Guidelines
April 6, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Mortgage rates slightly improved heading into the week of April 6, 2026 — but volatility remains the theme as the war in Iran, rising oil prices, and a packed economic calendar keep markets on edge.
In this week’s update, we covers last week’s stronger-than-expected jobs report, what the Iran conflict means for bond markets and mortgage pricing, where mortgage-backed securities stand this Monday morning, and a major spotlight on brand-new Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac condo financing guidelines that took effect in March 2026 — changes that could directly impact condo buyers and owners across King, Pierce, and Snohomish County.
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, move-up buyer, or homeowner considering a refinance, this weekly update is designed to help you make informed decisions in a fast-moving market.
