Jacob Leggett - Mortgage Loan Officer

Jacob Leggett - Mortgage Loan Officer Mortgage Loan Officer | NMLS # 1872264 | Wings Credit Union
I help you make smart and well-informed mortgage decisions with a holistic view of your finances.

Whether it’s time to act or wait, you’ll get transparent and thoughtful guidance.

Tomorrow at 11 AM, I’ll be hosting Wings Credit Union’s (Previously Ent Credit Union) “Buying Your First Home” webinar! ...
08/25/2026

Tomorrow at 11 AM, I’ll be hosting Wings Credit Union’s (Previously Ent Credit Union) “Buying Your First Home” webinar! 🏡

We’ll cover down payments, closing costs, first-time homebuyer programs, and some of the basics of navigating the homebuying process.

The goal isn’t to convince you that you need to buy right now. It’s to give you some of the tools to plan around your goals and your timing, whether buying is months or years away.

Register here 👉 https://ent.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Hesds7nUQHWyQucp8xr9Rg #/registration

If you can’t make this one, you can find more educational webinars here: https://www.ent.com/events/, or you’re always welcome to reach out to me directly.

A few economic reports helped create some downward movement in mortgage rates this week:• The job market is showing some...
08/14/2026

A few economic reports helped create some downward movement in mortgage rates this week:

• The job market is showing some signs of cooling, with July payrolls declining and previous months revised lower.
• Inflation data was relatively friendly, with CPI easing slightly and wholesale inflation coming in below expectations.
• Housing remains slow, but home prices nationally are still showing modest appreciation.

Overall, the data gave mortgage rates a little relief this week. That’s helpful, but I still think the better approach is building a smart plan rather than trying to perfectly predict rates 📈.

One other bright spot ☀️: Wings is offering a $1,000 lender credit on mortgage applications in August for Member Appreciation Month (see details: https://www.ent.com/campaigns/member-appreciation-month/ ). Reach out to me with any questions📱

July's jobs report surprised to the downside, with the economy losing 23,000 jobs versus expectations for an 80,000 gain...
08/07/2026

July's jobs report surprised to the downside, with the economy losing 23,000 jobs versus expectations for an 80,000 gain. May and June payrolls were also revised lower by a combined 103,000 jobs, while the unemployment rate edged down from 4.2% to 4.1%.

07/16/2026

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05/23/2026

A few things driving markets this week:

• Peace talk headlines involving Iran continue creating volatility in oil prices and bond markets, which has kept mortgage rates moving around quite a bit.

• Inflation remains persistent enough that markets have significantly reduced expectations for Fed cuts in 2026.

• Fed meeting minutes showed policymakers are increasingly divided. Some still favor future cuts if the economy weakens, while others believe additional hikes could still happen if inflation stays elevated.

• Kevin Warsh officially became the new Fed Chair this week, and markets are still trying to determine what that could mean for future policy.

One important reminder:
Mortgage rates do NOT move directly with the Fed. Inflation, bond markets, oil prices, and global events can all significantly influence rates.

Real-world impact:
Even a 0.5% move in rates can change monthly payments by a few hundred dollars depending on price point. Small market moves can affect affordability more than many people expect.

With volatility staying elevated, tools like Lock & Shop have been valuable for some buyers who want flexibility while reducing exposure to sudden market swings.

If you ever want help thinking through strategy or scenarios, I’m always happy to help.

Weekly Mortgage Market UpdateA few things driving markets this week:• Peace talk headlines involving Iran continue creat...
05/23/2026

Weekly Mortgage Market Update

A few things driving markets this week:

• Peace talk headlines involving Iran continue creating volatility in oil prices and bond markets, which has kept mortgage rates moving around quite a bit.

• Inflation remains persistent enough that markets have significantly reduced expectations for Fed cuts in 2026.

• Fed meeting minutes showed policymakers are increasingly divided. Some still favor future cuts if the economy weakens, while others believe additional hikes could still happen if inflation stays elevated.

• Kevin Warsh officially became the new Fed Chair this week, and markets are still trying to determine what that could mean for future policy.

One important reminder:
Mortgage rates do NOT move directly with the Fed. Inflation, bond markets, oil prices, and global events can all significantly influence rates.

Real-world impact:
Even a 0.5% move in rates can change monthly payments by a few hundred dollars depending on price point. Small market moves can affect affordability more than many people expect.

With volatility staying elevated, tools like Lock & Shop have been valuable for some buyers who want flexibility while reducing exposure to sudden market swings.

If you ever want help thinking through strategy or scenarios, I’m always happy to help.

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