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The Fed Doesn't Control Mortgage Rates (Here's What Does) | Dave Meyer of BiggerPockets
In this episode of the Real Estate Update Podcast, host Paul Centopani sits down with Dave Meyer, Chief Investment Officer at BiggerPockets, to break down one of the biggest misconceptions in housing: the belief that the Federal Reserve directly controls mortgage rates. While the Fed plays an important role in the economy, Dave explains why mortgage rates are actually influenced by a much broader set of factors, including Treasury bond yields, inflation, and investor demand for mortgage-backed securities. If you've ever wondered why mortgage rates don't always move the way you expect after a…
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