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🏠Job Growth Stalls and Rate Cut Hopes Rise
Mortgage rates are sliding—but for how long? If you are wondering is now to time their move, let’s talk strategy before the market shifts again.
Inventory Up, Prices Down? July Housing Recap
The national housing market is continuing its slow shift toward a buyer-friendly environment, with inventory growing for the 21st straight month. But while buyers are gaining options, homes are lingering on the market longer—and sellers are starting to feel it.
Buyer's Remorse on the Rise
Nearly 15% of home purchase contracts were canceled in June—the highest rate for the month in years.
Home Prices Hit Record High, Even as Sales Slow
Home prices hit new highs in June, even as buyers hit the brakes—proof that homeownership remains one of the most powerful paths to building wealth.
FED HOLDS RATES STEADY
The Fed held interest rates steady for the fifth straight meeting, despite growing political pressure and two internal dissenters. While inflation is slowly cooling, it’s not enough for the Fed to blink. Rate cuts might be coming—but not until the data says so.
🗺️ Why Mortgage Rates Vary by State
Mortgage rates don’t just vary by lender—they shift across state lines, shaping what homebuyers pay in interest from New York to Arizona
FHFA Expands Credit Scoring: VantageScore Joins the Game 🚀
FICO has long ruled mortgage lending, but now VantageScore 4.0 is stepping in with a more inclusive approach to credit—potentially changing the homebuying game for millions.
🎓 Student Loan Forgiveness Is Changing
The Trump administration is reshaping student loan forgiveness. The ripple effect could impact how much home you can afford.
Strong Jobs Report Keeps the Fed on Hold
The June jobs report beat expectations, but with private-sector hiring cooling, the Fed isn’t ready to cut rates just yet.
Cutting the Red Tape, Tracking the Rates: What Inflation and GDP Say About Mortgages in 2025 📌
Sticky inflation and a surprise GDP slip are reshaping the mortgage conversation—here’s what’s going on and why it matters.
FHA Is Cutting the Red Tape
FHA is cutting the red tape with 12 new policy rollbacks starting July 1, 2025—making home loans more accessible and the process much smoother.
🌵DOGE Layoffs Lead to Listings in the Valley of the Sun
Federal funding cuts and remote work rollbacks are starting to reshape Arizona’s housing market, creating new opportunities as inventory grows and demand shifts.
🏡 Time to Revisit Capital Gains Rules?
After nearly 30 years, the capital gains tax exclusion for home sales hasn’t kept up with rising property values—leaving many longtime homeowners facing unexpected tax bills when they sell. A proposed update could offer relief, but the pros and cons are worth understanding before making a move.
⚡ Trump vs. Powell: Could the Fed Be Headed for a Shakeup?
Trump’s renewed attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell—and hints at firing him—could shake up markets, threaten central bank independence, and directly impact interest rates and your wallet.
🪃1 in 3 Boomers Staying Put
One in three Baby Boomers say they’ll never sell their homes—but with the right lending tools, they can still tap into their equity without moving.
🔥 May Market Heat Check: Who’s Hot & Why AZ Is Warming Up
The Northeast continues to dominate the housing market, but Phoenix is starting to heat up with a 19-spot jump in national rankings. While homes are still sitting longer in Arizona, smart buyers and sellers should keep an eye on rising demand this summer.
Fewer Spam Calls? Trigger Leads Bill Passes Senate
The Senate just passed a bill that could finally put an end to trigger leads—those annoying spam calls you get after applying for a mortgage. If signed into law, it will give buyers more privacy and control during the home loan process.
🔥 Phoenix Beats Inflation! 2nd Lowest in the U.S.
Phoenix has the 2nd-lowest inflation rate in the U.S., giving local homeowners a break on rising costs and a potential edge in today’s housing market.
🔍 Mixed Jobs Report Sends Mixed Signals for Mortgage Rates
Jobs are up, but the cracks are showing beneath the surface—and the Fed is taking notice. Mortgage rates won’t drop just yet, so homebuyers and sellers need a smart plan moving forward.
🏠 Should Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac Be Privatized?
The future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is back in the spotlight, with renewed debate over whether to privatize the mortgage giants. What happens next could reshape mortgage rates, loan access, and the stability of the housing market.