
Housing year-over-year comps need context for the rest of 2026
Last week’s data was really impacted by comparisons to Labor Day weekend in 2025

Trump threatens trade halt if Fed does not cut rates
President urged the Federal Reserve to cut rates after August payrolls rose by 162K and unemployment held at 4.1%

Fay Group acquires VanDyk Mortgage to expand conforming loan footprint
Deal brings Fannie, Freddie and Ginnie execution plus MSR book

ICE raids strain homebuilder labor, cycle times, and bank lines
ICE arrests rose from 32,545 in May to 49,571 in July; homebuilders cite delays, higher bids, and missed closings in some markets

Justin King
Realtor | Area Leader | Veteran License ID: SL3549092
+1(423) 741-8842 | justin@yrealtyinc.com

