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WEEKLY MARKET BRIEF · VOL. 1 · ISSUE 9

The Perfect Time May Never Come.

Strategic housing and mortgage intelligence for Southern Maryland and the Greater DMV.

Published: 2026-07-20By Steve Combs, NMLS 381933
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IN THIS ISSUE

Signals worth carrying into the week

  • Forecasts suggested mortgage rates could remain above 6% longer than hoped.
  • Persistent rates increase the value of planning and comparison.
  • Builder incentives and supply constraints remained important.
  • A housing strategy does not require an “all clear” signal.

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