Inflation Is Heating Back Up Fast

Inflation Is Heating Back Up Fast

Ken Martello
Published on: 14/05/2026

The latest inflation data just added more fuel to concerns that inflation may be heating back up again.

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The Fed Just Shocked the Market… Buyers Need to Hear This

The Fed Just Shocked the Market… Buyers Need to Hear This

Ken Martello
Published on: 30/04/2026

The Federal Reserve just wrapped up its latest meeting, and on the surface, nothing changed.

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The Hidden Trap With New Build Homes (That Most Buyers Miss)

The Hidden Trap With New Build Homes (That Most Buyers Miss)

Ken Martello
Published on: 29/04/2026

Buying a new construction home right now can feel like you’re getting a deal—especially when builders advertise interest rates that are significantly lower than the market. You might see something like a 4.5% FHA rate when typical rates are closer to 6.5%. On the surface, that’s a huge win for affordability.

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Fed Holds Rates Steady Again: Why Mortgage Rates May Stay Elevated Despite Weak Job Growth

Fed Holds Rates Steady Again: Why Mortgage Rates May Stay Elevated Despite Weak Job Growth

Ken Martello
Published on: 18/03/2026

The Federal Reserve hit pause again and left the federal funds rate at 3.5% to 3.75%. For a lot of people in housing, that was disappointing but not shocking. There was some hope that weak job growth over the last year would finally be enough to push the Fed toward a cut. Instead, the Fed made it clear that inflation risk is still the bigger concern.v

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