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Mortgage rates fell yesterday after four consecutive business days of rises. But modest daily changes mean little.
Markets were calmer yesterday, with just a small rise for mortgage rates. But a couple of things due today could change that.
The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" is helpful for many actual and wannabe homeowners. But it's not all good news.
Your dream home isn't just the house — it's the neighborhood too. Learn how to choose one that fits your real life.
Last month, the government unveiled plans that could cut closing costs for many applicants for FHA loans. An undated announcement claimed, "FHA eliminates 12 costly and burdensome policies in sweeping ...
The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage is 6.61% today, an increase of 0.03% since yesterday. The 15-year fixed mortgage rate stands at 5.58%, the same as one day ago. The 30-year FHA mortgage now ...
Some people are making appealing claims about how "No Buy July" could put you on a firmer financial footing. So, this should be of real interest to both first-time buyers and existing homeowners.
Business Insider reported on June 26, "Sales of new single-family houses fell 13.7% month-over-month, from 722,000 in April to a seasonally adjusted annual pace of 623,000 in May. The May number is ...
Coming up Although economic reports are usually the main drivers of changes to mortgage rates, they're not the only ones. The general mood in markets and economically consequential news can also ...
An industry insider gives an inside look at the Loan Estimate, or LE, the mortgage shopper's secret weapon when comparing lender offers.
Buying a home with a friend, partner, or sibling, can help you afford a home. But a little planning upfront can save a lot of ...