When we look at the Manufacturing Index graph we can almost correlate interest rates inversely against the rise in manufacturing. Which would be good news.

Manufacturers are hedging and producing more than usual to compensate for potential Tariffs.

The challenge is uncertainty. Tariffs will create higher prices translating to higher inflation and higher mortgage rates, or not. That’s the problem.

Uncertainty and global economic and military tensions creates a flight to safety being Bonds.

The higher demand for bonds the higher the value and lower the yield i.e. lower interest rates.

Regardless, get out there and start looking for your first or next home. With less competition and sellers willingness to negotiate especially for closing costs, you might just find the right house at the right price.