 | MORTGAGE NEWS CHANNEL MONTHLY October 2026 |
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YOUR MONTHLY MORTGAGE & HOUSING UPDATE October 2026 Mortgage & Housing Industry UpdateWelcome to the October 2026 issue of the Mortgage News Channel. Explore Mortgage News |
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CURRENT MNC SPECIAL
Free appraisal on eligible Florida loans
Close an eligible loan with 7th Level Mortgage for a primary residence in Florida and the appraisal may be provided on us.
Eligibility: Florida primary residences only · Terms: Restrictions, qualification and program availability apply. Ask a 7th Level Mortgage professional for current written offer details before relying on this promotion.
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| RATE WATCH |
| Mortgage rate context |
Freddie Mac mortgage rate survey: 2026-09-24 Freddie Mac's 2026-09-24 national survey reported a 7.03% 30-year fixed-rate average and a 6.42% 15-year fixed-rate average. These are national survey averages, not a 7th Level Mortgage quote. Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey · 2026-09-24 https://www.freddiemac.com/pmms --- Federal Reserve FOMC statement: 2026-09-16 The Federal Reserve published an FOMC statement on 2026-09-16. Read the original release and see how a policy announcement differs from an individual mortgage quote. Source: Federal Reserve FOMC statement · 2026-09-16 https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/monetary20260916a.htm | |
SECTOR WATCH Choose your regionSelect a region to read its dated source report. | Statewide Markets | New Jersey | Florida |
Additional Local Markets |
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MNC REALTOR SPOTLIGHT OF THE MONTH
Cara Close
Illustrated Properties Jupiter
Serves South Florida
Meet this month’s featured real estate professional from the MNC Realtor Network.
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HOMEOWNER TIP Homeowner Tip — Review your escrow account annually. Changes in property taxes or insurance premiums can shift your monthly escrow payment, so a yearly check helps avoid surprises. For personalized details, consult your loan servicer. |
| JOKE OF THE MONTH What did the wall say to the other wall? I'll meet you at the corner. |
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| BUYER & HOMEOWNER CORNER |
| A practical item for this month |
Buyer/Homeowner Corner — When evaluating a potential new home, researching the surrounding neighborhood is just as important as the property itself. Assessing local amenities, commute times, and community features can help ensure the home fits well with your lifestyle needs. | |
| AGENCY NEWS |
| Policy updates worth knowing |
Freddie Mac mortgage rate survey: 2026-09-24 Freddie Mac's 2026-09-24 national survey reported a 7.03% 30-year fixed-rate average and a 6.42% 15-year fixed-rate average. These are national survey averages, not a 7th Level Mortgage quote. Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey · 2026-09-24 https://www.freddiemac.com/pmms --- Federal Reserve FOMC statement: 2026-09-16 The Federal Reserve published an FOMC statement on 2026-09-16. Read the original release and see how a policy announcement differs from an individual mortgage quote. Source: Federal Reserve FOMC statement · 2026-09-16 https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/monetary20260916a.htm | |
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