Will Mortgage Rates Get Better? - 5/5/26 | Market Sense | Fidelity Investments [KIhhFhlgBXI]
Is the housing market finally ready to rebound? On this episode of Market Sense, Fidelity leaders break down what’s driving mortgage rates, pricing and inventory across the country. Plus, we’ll dig into some viewer questions about adjustable-rate mortgage loans and rental properties all in 20 minutes. Topics covered: • Mortgage rates were forecast to decline in 2026, but surging oil prices tied to the Iran conflict reignited inflation concerns have pushed Treasury yields higher and now mortgage rates for a 30-year fixed are back above 6%. • From affordability to inventory, Fidelity leaders break down what’s driving this year’s spring housing market and the strategies to consider before buying or selling a home. 00:00 Market Sense Introduction 02:04 Financial markets reaching new highs 06:05 What’s happening in the housing market? 07:20 What’s the latest with mortgage rates? 09:19 Is 6% the new normal? 11:38 Buyer or seller’s market? 14:05 Federal Reserve and the housing market 16:38 30-year fixed or adjustable-rate mortgage ARM? 19:12 Rental properties and investing 21:09 Housing market and GDP 23:33 Timmer’s take Questions? Drop them below 👇 and we’ll reply right in the comments. Buying or selling a home? From negotiation to closing, learn about all the steps along the way. Click here to get started. • Like what you see? Register for the next event: • Subscribe to Fidelity Viewpoints: • To see more videos, subscribe on YouTube: • Follow Fidelity on Reddit: • Follow Fidelity on Instagram: • Follow Fidelity on TikTok: • Follow Fidelity on Facebook: • Follow Fidelity on LinkedIn: • Follow Fidelity on Discord: • Ask Fidelity on X: Views and opinions expressed in this webcast are those of the speakers. This discussion is for educational purposes and should not be considered investment advice. Fidelity does not provide legal or tax advice. The information herein is general in nature and should not be considered legal or tax advice. Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Member NYSE, SIPC, 900 Salem Street, Smithfield, RI 02917 DISCLAIMER: For workplace use, business to assume risk of promoting. 1259285.1.0 #mortgagerates #interestrates #housingmarket #realestate #Fed