Stay the course: Why stability is a winning strategy for originators right now

Originators are entering the spring homebuying season with a set of new challenges: President Trump’s tariffs have disrupted markets, leaving an uncertain path forward in terms of housing construction and threatening homebuyers’ purchasing power. Meanwhile, the Fed has signaled a rate cut will likely be further delayed amid continued inflation concerns. In a market full of mixed signals, many are understandably tempted to react to every new headline. But in moments like these, stability becomes a key differentiator for originators.