Episode 88: Tariffs, Treasuries & Turbulence: Mortgage Rates Unpacked

Guest: Paul MacEvoy | Mutual of Omaha Mortgage & Keller Home Loans

In this episode, KT and Kent Temple are joined by Paul MacEvoy, a mortgage professional with decades of experience, to explore how tariffs and Treasury yields influence today’s mortgage market.

From global economic strategies to interest rate predictions, Paul unpacks how government policy, especially the use of tariffs, can ripple through the economy, affecting everything from inflation and fuel prices to the housing market.

💡 Topics Covered:

• Why the 10-Year Treasury Note is critical to mortgage rates
• How tariffs can fuel inflation and shape monetary policy
• The projected “sweet spot” for mortgage rates in the next 6–12 months
• What rising inventory and steady new construction mean for buyers
• The broader impact of rate changes—from auto loans to small business lending

The episode combines real-world insights, data-driven predictions, and a few laughs along the way. If you’re in real estate, lending, or just trying to time your next move, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.