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EPISODE · Dec 11, 2025 · 9 MIN

2026’s Housing Motto: “Slow and Steady”

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What’s in store for housing and mortgage rates in 2026? In this episode of Today in Mortgages, we break down:The Fed’s latest rate cut and what it means for mortgage ratesWhy home prices are expected to rise only 1.4% next yearPredictions for interest rates staying in the 6% range through 2026How affordability might improve (slowly!) and what that means for buyersWhy mindset matters more than ever for loan officers heading into the new yearKey Takeaways:Fed signals only one more cut in 2026Home price appreciation expected to be modest but sustainableInterest rates likely to hover in the mid-6% rangePositive mindset = more wins in a tough marketPlus, we’ve got a special invite for loan officers: take our industry survey at https://todayinmortgages.com and get a free benchmark report to see how you stack up in comp, tech, and support.Listen in as we discuss this and more!--Looking to GROW your business?Find out how we are making our best producers even better and how you can DO MORE YOU inside the best Network in mortgages by visiting https://you.nflp.com--Take our Loan Officer Survey to get your FREE industry report! Benchmark yourself, understand trends, and make smarter career decisions at https://todayinmortgages.com/survey/#MortgageNews #RefinanceBoom #LoanOfficerLife #TodayInMortgages #NetworkFunding______Today in Mortgages is produced by Network Funding, LP, which is an equal housing lender, NMLS# 2297.*The content of this program is meant to be a commentary on mortgage and real estate news and any discussion of rates and/or products should not be taken as individual mortgage or home buying advice or pricing estimates. Any commentary on this show should not be considered a promise to make a loan. All applicants for a loan must qualify, and you should consult a professional regarding your individual loan scenarios for your financial situation.Visit our website at https://nflp.com/licenses for all state licensing and other legal information.See more at TodayInMortgages.comWant to get expert coaching everyday and have the power of the best Network in Mortgages behind your production business? Learn more here. Learn more about Network Funding on our parent site. Today in mortgages is produced by Network Funding, LP, which is an equal housing lender, NMLS# 2297. Corporate office located at 10370 Richmond Ave. Suite 900, Houston, TX 77042. The content of this program is meant to be a commentary on mortgage and real estate news and any discussion of rates and or products should not be taken as individual mortgage or home buying advice or pricing estimates, and any commentary on this show is should not be considered a promise to make a loan. All applicants for a loan must qualify and you should consult a professional regarding your individual loan scenarios for your financial situation. Visit our website at nflp.com/licenses for all state licensing and other legal information.

What’s in store for housing and mortgage rates in 2026? In this episode of Today in Mortgages, we break down: The Fed’s latest rate cut and what it means for mortgage ratesWhy home prices are expected to rise only 1.4% next yearPredictions for interest rates staying in the 6% range through 2026How affordability might improve (slowly!) and what that means for buyersWhy mindset matters more than ever for loan officers heading into the new yearKey Takeaways: Fed signals only one more cut in 2026...

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