From Our Economists
How to Buy, Sell or Rent a Home Amid Economic Uncertainty
With markets remaining volatile following President Trump’s announcement of new tariffs earlier this month, Redfin’s Economics Lead Chen Zhao outlines what buyers, sellers and renters
Mortgage Rates Unlikely to Benefit from Cooling Inflation
Core CPI was much lower than expected in March, largely because of deterioration in travel-related costs. However, mortgage rates won’t drop much today because tariffs
Mortgage Rates Will Fall Today Despite Stronger-Than-Expected Jobs Report
The U.S. added more jobs than expected in March. But markets are focused on tariffs, which will have a much bigger impact on mortgage rates:
Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Ongoing Economic Uncertainty
Mortgages rates will mostly remain unchanged for now after the Fed held rates steady at its March meeting and built in expectations for higher inflation
What Does a Potential Recession Mean for Housing?
The odds of a recession have increased significantly following several weeks of dramatic government policy shifts. The housing market is relatively insulated from a downturn
Mortgage Rates to Hold Steady After Inflation Eased More Than Expected in February
Inflation in February came in lower than expected, but the monthly report is less promising under the hood. With the added impact of extensive new
Inflation Cooled in February, but Markets Are Looking Past It as Iran War Clouds Outlook
Takeaway: The February CPI report showed inflation cooling, as expected. But the report will largely be ignored by markets because the data predates the war
Redfin Economists’ Weekly Take: Mortgage Rates Poised For Volatility As Iran Conflict Escalates and Inflation Data Looms
This Week In A Nutshell: Rates may continue to be volatile as the Middle East conflict expands and new inflation data is released. Upcoming Attractions
Weak Jobs Report Unlikely to Push Mortgage Rates Down As Escalating Iran Conflict Muddies Outlook
The February jobs report is weaker than expected. The report shows that U.S. employers cut more jobs than anticipated last month, and unemployment rose–both signs
Redfin Economists’ Weekly Take: After Dipping Below 6%, Mortgage Rates Enter Unpredictable Week Amid Iran Tensions
This Week In A Nutshell: We’re in for an unpredictable week with potentially significant moves in rates between the ongoing Iran conflict and important job
Redfin Economists’ Weekly Take: Trade Policy, State of the Union Take Center Stage
This Week In A Nutshell: The White House’s response to the Supreme Court invalidating President Trump’s tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and
Mortgage Rates Likely to Hold Steady With Inflation Risks in the Rearview Mirror
Takeaway: A mild inflation report should have little effect on mortgage rates today. Today’s data continues the narrative that the worst of inflation fears are
