Inflation came in higher than expected, but the reaction was the exact opposite with rates finishing this week a quarter point lower than last week. We also talk about a home buying game plan as the mid term elections near.

The market is favoring buyers but not every deal is the same. Buyers can find value in many different ways and we get into a few of those here.

Buyers are able to get aggressive right now and sellers understand the current state of the market. We go Beyond the Rate to talk strategy going into an offer.

Everyone wants the 2021 rate but they don't remember what the 2021 market was actually like. The value back then was low rate but massive competition among home buyers. Today it's flipped, the value is a discount on the price and seller paid closing costs.

The federal reserve raised the funds rate. Despite all data actually being better than previous meetings we discuss what the mentality or reasoning behind it. But contrary to thought, it actually is good for mortgage rates.

The markets are putting money on a Fed Rate Hike. There are still some who don't think it'll happen, and also those who don't think it's needed, even though it'll happen. We give our take on what will happen to mortgage rates if there's a hike or a hold.

One of the concerns we hear right now is the economy. Just in general. There are aspects to be concerned with so we break down different areas to dive into the actual numbers.

Home buyers are hesitant right now, with not a single issue being the main hurdle. We break down a few of those concerns and lay out some benefits to purchasing right now.