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Market Update - War Headlines Just SHIFTED Mortgage Rates
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- The Educated HomeBuyer | First Time Home Buyer Tips, Mortgage Rates & Housing Market Updates
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- May 7, 2026
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Summary
War Headlines Just Shifted Mortgage Rates: What Homebuyers Need to Know Mortgage rates are moving again, and this time the driver is not just inflation or jobs data — it is global uncertainty. In this episode of The Educated HomeBuyer Podcast , Jeb Smith and Josh Lewis break down how war headlines, oil prices, inflation expectations, employment data, housing inventory, and mortgage spreads are all impacting today’s housing market. If you are trying to decide whether to buy a home, wait for lower mortgage rates, or understand what is really happening in real estate right now, this episode gives you the context behind the headlines. What’s Happening With Mortgage Rates? Mortgage rates have been volatile as markets react to conflicting geopolitical headlines. When news suggests progress toward a ceasefire or reduced conflict, bonds often improve and mortgage rates can move lower. When tensions rise, oil prices and inflation concerns can increase, putting pressure on rates. Jeb and Josh explain why traditional economic data like jobs and inflation still matters, but in the current environment, war headlines and energy prices are taking center stage. Housing Inventory Is Still a Major Problem The episode also looks at national and local housing inventory trends. Active inventory declined week over week, which is unusual for this time of year. More inventory typically gives buyers more options, reduces pressure on bidding wars, and helps sellers feel more comfortable listing their homes. But inventory growth remains uneven across the country. Some markets are seeing more listings, while others — including parts of California and Orange County — remain tight compared to historical norms. Are Foreclosures Pointing to a Housing Crash? Jeb and Josh also discuss foreclosure and d…