Episode 142
Fed Meeting Preview: What It Means for Mortgage Rates
Marcus Trent· 22 min·Nov 5, 2026
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Ahead of the next FOMC meeting, we break down what to expect and how it could impact mortgage rates.
Transcript
This is Mortgage Market Today. Tomorrow the Federal Open Market Committee meets, and all eyes are on what they will signal about future rate policy.
The 30-year fixed is hovering near 6.8%. Markets are pricing in a hold, but the forward guidance will be critical.
We analyze the key data points the Fed will be looking at and what it means for mortgage professionals.
Show Notes
- FOMC meeting preview
- Inflation data the Fed is watching
- 10-year Treasury yield analysis
- What loan officers should tell clients