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Mortgage Market News
This succinct analysis of the previous week’s news shows what’s happening in the markets and why.
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Soft Labor Data Boosts Rate Cut Odds
September 8, 2025
Jobs week revealed more signs of a cooling labor market, strengthening the case for a Fed rate cut at its upcoming meeting on September 17.
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Inflation Meets Estimates, Rate Cut Still Likely
September 2, 2025
The latest inflation data leaves the door open for a rate cut at the Fed’s upcoming meeting. Meanwhile, signed contracts for new and existing homes dipped slightly from June to July. Home prices are still up compared to last year, though growth is slowing.
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Fed's Powell Signals Rate Cut Ahead
August 25, 2025
Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled that a rate cut could be on the horizon. In housing news, both existing home sales and housing starts exceeded expectations, though builder sentiment remains low amid ongoing market uncertainty.
Talking Points
Views on all the real estate news from the past week, deep dives on trending topics, a bit of inspiration, and more.
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Weekend Talking Points - 'Hire or Fire?'
September 5, 2025
So far, there has been nothing from “jobs week” to derail a Fed rate cut on September 17. In fact, the jobs data has generally come in weaker than expected. At the same time, a growing number of Fed members are voicing concerns about the upside risks to the unemployment rate.
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Weekend Talking Points - 'Greenlight'
August 29, 2025
The last week has been momentous, with Jerome Powell signaling rate cuts ahead, average 30-yr mortgage rates falling to near 6.50%, and national home prices declining for the fourth-straight month (on a seasonally-adjusted basis).
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Weekend Talking Points - 'Unbuilt'
August 22, 2025
Mortgage rates drifted higher on growing concerns that the Fed might NOT cut rates on September 17. Meanwhile, home price growth continues to moderate nationwide and transaction volumes remain stuck at roughly 4 million existing home sales per annum.
MBS Highway Housing Index
Real-time updates on homebuyer activity, pricing pressure and sales pace both regionally and nationally.
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August 2025 MBS Highway Housing Index
August 12, 2025
After a massive drop in July 2025, the MBS Highway National Housing Index edged lower in August 2025, slipping by 2 points to a level of 24. Elevated mortgage rates continue to strain affordability and dampen demand, while softening price momentum is now evident across most regions, with only the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic showing modest resilience.
July 2025 MBS Highway Housing Index
July 15, 2025
The MBS Highway National Housing Index fell sharply in July 2025, dropping by eight points to a level of 26. Stubbornly high rates are making affordability challenging and constraining demand, while rising inventory levels are adding to pricing pressure, especially in the South.
June 2025 MBS Highway Housing Index
June 10, 2025
The MBS Highway National Housing Index experienced a notable decrease in June 2025, dropping by eight points to a level of 34. This decline reflects ongoing economic uncertainty that continues to hinder housing activity this spring.
Visionary Voices
This in-depth analysis by our team of experts on crucial topics like inflation, the Fed and economic data will help you address your clients’ biggest questions and concerns.
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Creating Wealth Through Real Estate
September 3, 2025
Real estate often gets a bad rap in the media – especially when interest rates are higher, affordability is stretched, or home prices aren't climbing as quickly. But despite the headlines, real estate has consistently proven to be one of the most powerful tools for building long-term wealth.
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What to Know Ahead of the Fed’s Next Rate Decision
August 28, 2025
As Chair Jerome Powell signals a possible rate cut ahead of the crucial September 17 meeting, it's worth understanding who at the Fed actually makes those interest rate decisions – and how their views shape policy.
Barry Habib Joins Fannie Mae Board of Directors
July 28, 2025
MBS Highway is proud to announce a significant milestone for both our company and our Founder and CEO, Barry Habib.
Product Updates
Enhancements we’re making to help industry professionals better serve their clients.
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Product Update Alert: Buy vs Rent
March 12, 2024
Help your clients realize the true advantages of owning a home with our enhanced Buy vs Rent tool.
Product Update Alert: Cost of Waiting
February 6, 2024
Our updated Cost of Waiting tool helps our subscribers demonstrate how delaying a purchase for even a year or two could cost buyers thousands in appreciation, amortization, equity and more.
Product Update Alert: Debt Consolidation
January 26, 2024
Our newly enhanced Debt Consolidation tool helps your clients achieve their financial goals and gain a better position to build wealth for their family.
