Should You Buy a Home in Scottsdale This Summer? A Mortgage Expert’s Honest Take

Is summer 2026 a good time to buy a home in Scottsdale? Mark Merry at Granite Bank breaks down rates, inventory, and what smart buyers are doing right now.

Title: What the April 2026 Inflation Report Means for Scottsdale Home Buyers Inflation came in hot in April, and if you’re buying or refinancing a home in Scottsdale right now, it’s worth understanding what it means for your mortgage. Here’s What the Numbers Show The April CPI report showed consumer prices rising 3.8% over the…

★ MARK’S BOTTOM LINE — WEEK OF MAY 13, 2026 The Fed is holding steady — and for the first time in a while, the next move is more likely down than up. Scottsdale buyers who are prepared will have the advantage. Fed status: Holding steady — no change at April 29 meeting Direction: Rate…

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Should You Buy a Home in Scottsdale This Summer? A Mortgage Expert’s Honest Take

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