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October 2026
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YOUR MONTHLY MORTGAGE & HOUSING UPDATE

October 2026 Mortgage & Housing Industry Update

Welcome to the October 2026 issue of the Mortgage News Channel.

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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

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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 region

Select a region to read its dated source report.

Statewide Markets

VirginiaAugust 2026 report
DelawareAugust 2026 report
New York StatewideAugust 2026 report
MarylandAugust 2026 report
Pennsylvania StatewideAugust 2026 report

New Jersey

North JerseySource dated 2026-09-01
South JerseySource dated 2026-09-15
South Jersey ShoreSource dated 2026-09-15

Florida

Florida StatewideSource dated 2026-09-16
Southwest FloridaSource dated 2026-09-11
Miami-Dade & Palm BeachSource dated 2026-09-16
Orlando MetroAugust 2026 report

Additional Local Markets

New York CitySource dated 2026-08-23
Philadelphia MetroSource dated 2026-09-05
RichmondAugust 2026 report
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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.

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.

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

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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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