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Understand what’s happening in housing, explore your financing options, and learn from conversations with professionals doing the work. Get practical insights from Abdel Khawatmi and the Got Mortgages team—from mortgage education and market updates to Settling Scores, technology, and business growth.
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October 30, 2026
October 30 NJ mortgage update: wages cool, Freddie Mac rates reach 7.24%, and buyer applications rebound. Compare costs and local purchase strategies.
Read the full article: Wage Growth Cools as Mortgage Rates Ease: What New Jersey Buyers Should Do Now
October 29, 2026
September PCE inflation reached 3.6%, Q3 GDP grew 3.4%, and the Fed held at 3.75%–4%. What today's data means for NJ mortgage rates and homebuyers.
Read the full article: Fed Holds Rates, PCE Inflation Climbs to 3.6%: NJ Mortgage Buyer Strategy (Oct. 29, 2026)
October 28, 2026
New-home medians fell while repeat-sale values rose. Why the two don't conflict, and how NJ buyers can compare builder incentives, credits and buydowns.
Read the full article: New-Home Prices vs. Home Values: NJ Buyer Negotiation Guide (Oct. 28, 2026)
October 27, 2026
The Fed meets October 27–28, but bond markets drive mortgage rates. Rates near 7.33%, September inflation data and practical steps for New Jersey buyers.
Read the full article: The Fed Meets Today: Why Mortgage Rates Can Move Before—and Against—the Decision
October 26, 2026
Understand Trump’s October 2026 housing order, including PMI cancellation, refinance title costs, and what the FHFA changes mean for homeowners.
Read the full article: Trump’s New Housing Executive Order: What the FHFA Changes Mean for Homeowners and Buyers
October 26, 2026
This Week's Trending Topic: The Market Is Sending Mixed Signals. Your Strategy Shouldn't.
Read the full article: Monday Market Pulse: Inflation Pressure, Housing Inventory, and the Q4 Strategy That Wins
October 26, 2026
Pending home sales fell 7.3% in September, homebuilding lost momentum, and safe-haven demand drove a bond rally. Here is your October 26, 2026 market update.
Read the full article: Week in Review: 10-26-26
October 26, 2026
October 26 Market Intel: mortgage rate benchmarks sit near 7.3%, national listings are up and applications are down. What NJ buyers, homeowners and agents should do now.
Read the full article: Mortgage Rates Ease Near 7.3% While Listings Grow: A New Jersey Buyer’s Fall Playbook
October 24, 2026
Abdel Khawatmi and Eric Levin discuss Model Match, AI, borrower follow-up, agent partnerships and mortgage recruiting on Settling Scores.
Read the full article: AI, Model Match & Human Connection | Settling ScoresOctober 23, 2026
October 23 NJ Market Intel: the new mortgage-insurance pilot, possible refinance title-cost changes, and October 22 rate declines—what really applies to borrowers.
Read the full article: New Mortgage Insurance Pilot? What the October 22 Housing Order Means for New Jersey
October 21, 2026 · PDF download
UAD 3.6 is changing how appraisers collect, organize, and report property information. Learn the key dates and a five-step checklist to prepare your New Jersey purchase or refinance.
Read the full article: Your Home Appraisal Is Getting an Upgrade: What UAD 3.6 Means for Your Closing
October 20, 2026
Mortgage benchmarks near 7.5% and softer national housing estimates make total-payment planning essential. Compare dated surveys separately and budget for property-specific costs.
Read the full article: Mortgage Rates Near 7.5% as Housing Construction Slows: What New Jersey Buyers Should Know | October 20, 2026What Got Mortgages Insights covers
Mortgage rate drivers, housing updates and policy changes, with context for New Jersey buyers, homeowners and real estate professionals.
Practical guides to financing options, buying, refinancing, appraisals and closing, so you can ask better questions and plan your next step.
Conversations with Abdel Khawatmi and Eric Levin about relationships, leadership, technology and the work behind a mortgage business.
Ideas for using technology, improving follow-through and building stronger professional relationships, with people at the center.
Recaps, partner conversations and local connections that bring education and real-world experience together.
Explore market context, financing education and professional conversations in one place. From Ocean County and Monmouth County to the wider mortgage industry, the focus is on useful questions, practical examples and thoughtful next steps.
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Whether you are planning a home purchase, exploring your options or building your business, learn from the Got Mortgages team and professionals doing the work.
