09/01/2026
🏡 September Mortgage Market Update
Mortgage rates are starting September under a little bit of pressure, but we’re still within the range we’ve been seeing over the past several months.
One thing markets are watching right now is the rising cost of transporting oil from the Middle East. Higher energy and transportation costs can contribute to inflation, and inflation is one of the biggest factors influencing mortgage rates.
Does that mean rates are about to make a major move? Not necessarily.
Markets change daily, and trying to perfectly time mortgage rates can be difficult. For homebuyers, it’s often more useful to focus on the things you can control:
✔️ Your monthly mortgage payment
✔️ Your overall homebuying budget
✔️ Your down payment and closing costs
✔️ Your financing strategy
✔️ Whether the home and payment make sense for your goals
If you’re thinking about buying a home in Snohomish County or anywhere in Washington, give me a call. We can run the numbers and see what today’s mortgage market looks like for you.