Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=f2Zf2v399cU Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Inflation Is Falling... So Why Are Mortgage Rates Still Rising? [ADa2dQaXQlh] Health Updated on August 07, 2026 EDT — Published on August 07, 2026 EDT Inflation improved this week—but mortgage rates still climbed to their highest level in about 14 months. Why? In this week's market update, Brandon explains why mortgage rates are influenced by more than just inflation. Rising oil prices, global events, and expectations for future Federal Reserve decisions all played a role in this week's market. If you're thinking about buying your first home, this video breaks down what happened in simple terms and shares the biggest takeaway: focus on what you can control rather than trying to perfectly time mortgage rates. 🏡 We provide weekly mortgage and real estate updates for homebuyers and homeowners throughout Marin County, Sonoma County, Novato, and the greater Bay Area. 💬 Have a question about today's market? Leave a comment—we'd be happy to help. 📲 Follow for weekly market updates and practical home buying tips. To set up your Home Buyer Game Plan Call: #MortgageRates #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #HomeBuyingTips #RealEstate #HousingMarket #Mortgage #MarinCounty #SonomaCounty #Novato #WestCalFinancial LHc2c8cmvCG 3wSMWDN1ZLj Z6md04G26TK 9MbKQ0WWQo6 8Jcwu3RbPsj VExdyU02LFK VsmLvn1MrI0
Inflation improved this week—but mortgage rates still climbed to their highest level in about 14 months. Why? In this week's market update, Brandon explains why mortgage rates are influenced by more than just inflation. Rising oil prices, global events, and expectations for future Federal Reserve decisions all played a role in this week's market. If you're thinking about buying your first home, this video breaks down what happened in simple terms and shares the biggest takeaway: focus on what you can control rather than trying to perfectly time mortgage rates. 🏡 We provide weekly mortgage and real estate updates for homebuyers and homeowners throughout Marin County, Sonoma County, Novato, and the greater Bay Area. 💬 Have a question about today's market? Leave a comment—we'd be happy to help. 📲 Follow for weekly market updates and practical home buying tips. To set up your Home Buyer Game Plan Call: #MortgageRates #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #HomeBuyingTips #RealEstate #HousingMarket #Mortgage #MarinCounty #SonomaCounty #Novato #WestCalFinancial LHc2c8cmvCG 3wSMWDN1ZLj Z6md04G26TK 9MbKQ0WWQo6 8Jcwu3RbPsj VExdyU02LFK VsmLvn1MrI0