Because even though you want rates to come down, experts say this latest inflation data could actually set the stage for rates to stay “higher for longer.” So, what can you do about it? Should you just wait? My advice is simple. Focus on what you can control. Even in a market like this, there are things you can do to get the best mortgage rate possible. Because sometimes you need to move no matter what’s happening – and that’s okay. You just need the right strategy. Let's talk about what this means for your situation and your timing. Drop a comment below or send over a message. Because you don’t have to figure it out alone. And there are still ways to move forward.

Now might be a smart time to look at newly built homes. Builders are motivated to keep their inventory moving, so they’re offering incentives like mortgage rate buydowns and closing cost help to draw in buyers. It also means they may be more flexible on price.