For the week ending on January 16th, 2026 Table of Content Opening: The Paradox That Defined This Week The $200 Billion Aftershock: Why Lenders Hit the Brakes The Inflation Paradox: Cooler CPI, Frozen Rates The Fed’s Waiting Game: Why June Matters for Your Wallet DSCR Loan Rates Recap: What the Numbers Mean for Investors Professional Analysis: Your Next Move Frequently Asked Questions Opening: The Paradox That Defined This Week Mortgage rates barely moved this week, ending at