Rachel Tapia Snr Mortgage Loan Advisor

06/15/2026

4.66 star review received on Experience.com for Rachel Tapia by Julian P N - The timely communication and friendly clarification of any and all questions we had.

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06/12/2026

Inflation set the tone this week, and it ran hot.

Both major inflation reads came in stronger than expected, which kept upward pressure on the market. Mid-week, a flare-up overseas sent oil prices climbing. By Friday, peace-deal headlines pulled oil back down and cooled some of the tension.

Now the focus shifts to next week's Fed meeting, with a new Fed Chair and a quieter communication style that could change how markets read every move.

Here's the takeaway: the market is still searching for direction, and waiting for certainty has a cost while home prices hold steady. Knowing your numbers now means you can act when the moment is right.

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06/10/2026

The best homebuying decision you can make is an informed one.

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06/07/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Rachel Tapia by Jenny B R - Rachel is so kind and communicative. She made everything really clear and understandable. If I had any questions or confusion she would explain and help me understand. My fiance and I are really grateful for an amazing team.

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06/06/2026

4.83 star review received on Experience.com for Rachel Tapia by Dave L - Rachel was great! On top of all aspects of the transaction. I will definately consider her for future buyers.

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06/05/2026

Rates felt the pull this week, and it wasn't subtle.

Markets opened Monday under pressure as Iran-U.S. tensions flared over the weekend. Oil climbed back toward $95, manufacturing hit its strongest growth reading in four years, and the jobs market printed stronger numbers than expected at almost every turn. ADP, JOLTS, Factory Orders — all came in above forecast.

Friday's unemployment report wrapped the week on a similar note.

None of this gives the Fed a reason to ease, and the market priced accordingly.

If you're watching rates and waiting for a clear signal — this week was a reminder that the economy isn't cooperating with that plan. The better move is understanding what you can actually afford right now and building your strategy from there.

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06/03/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Rachel Tapia by Naci M - I loved Rachel, she is patient and kind and she explained things very thoroughl!☺️

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06/03/2026

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05/29/2026

Rates gave back some ground this week. Here's what drove it.

The week opened on an optimistic note. Peace deal hopes with Iran lifted markets early, oil pulled back, and bonds improved. That tone held through Wednesday.

Then Thursday changed the mood. GDP came in softer than expected. Inflation data for April showed prices still running higher than hoped. New home sales dropped. Jobless claims ticked up. The market absorbed a lot at once, and rates reflected it.

The takeaway isn't doom and gloom. It's that the path to lower rates runs through cooler inflation. That story is still playing out, and every data release moves the needle.

If you're watching rates and wondering when to move, let's talk through the numbers. 📊

05/27/2026

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