3 Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid before Interest Rates Drop
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MarketWatch - Business
Stocks flirt with record even as Fed considers extra-large interest-rate cut
A half-point interest-rate cut by the Fed on Wednesday wouldn’t necessarily signal the U.S. is heading into recession, according to BlackRock’s Rick Rieder.9 minutes ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Inflation hangs over the Fed as it prepares to cut interest rates
The challenge: Keep interest rates low enough for the U.S. economy to expand, but not so low as to overheat labor markets.12 minutes ago - Federal Reserve -
ABC News - World
A migrant has died off a Greek island after smugglers ditched 31 people in the sea to avoid patrols
Greek authorities say one migrant has died after smugglers piloting a speedboat from Turkey to an Aegean Sea island forced their passengers into the sea to avoid detection by marine patrols45 minutes ago -
CNBC - Business
The Fed's biggest interest rate call in years happens Wednesday. Here's what to expect
While markets have made up their mind that the Fed is going to cut, there's a vigorous debate over how far policymakers will go.47 minutes ago -
MarketWatch - Business
This part of the Treasury market may move the most on a Fed interest-rate cut
Wednesday’s interest-rate decision from the Federal Reserve is shaping up to become one of the most exciting announcements by the central bank in a long time, with the potential to reshape what’s ...1 hour ago -
CBS News - Top stories
What to know about buying a home before the Fed cuts rates
The Fed's rate cut this week could have an impact on the homebuying process. Here's how.1 hour ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
History says Fed interest-rate cut sets up ‘crapshoot’ for stock-market investors
A decent rule of thumb is to watch the next two weeks after a first Federal Reserve interest-rate cut, says Jason Goepfert, senior research analyst at SentimenTrader1 hour ago - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
Your inherited individual retirement account could trigger a 'tax bomb,' advisor says. How to avoid it
If you've inherited a pretax individual retirement account since 2020, you could face a sizable tax bill without proper planning. Here's what to know.1 hour ago -
ESPN - Sports
Eagles' Barkley: 'Let my team down' with drop
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley took responsibility for his drop late in Monday night's game when a catch could have sealed a win over the Falcons.1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
The size of the Fed’s interest-rate cut — 25 vs. 50 basis points — doesn’t matter as much for your wallet as this other key decision
It’s the biggest question on Wall Street: How big will the Fed’s rate cut be? For most Americans, the difference between 25 and 50 basis points will be ‘practically nothing’ — at least at first.2 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
How much will an $800,000 mortgage cost monthly after rate cuts?
Monthly payments on an $800,000 mortgage loan could soon become less expensive. Here's what to know now.2 hours ago - Mortgage -
MarketWatch - Business
Make this last-minute money move before the Fed’s interest-rate cut
Plus, tips for how savers and spenders can prep for the first interest-rate cut since 20202 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
REIT rally fueled by interest-rate-cut hopes may be slowed by a less-dovish Fed
With the Fed set to announce an interest-rate cut on Wednesday, KeyBanc analysts are questioning whether the REIT rally will continue through an extended cutting cycle and are predicting some ...3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
Now is your last chance to lock in a guaranteed 5% return before the Fed cuts rates, investing experts say
The Federal Reserve is expected to reverse course this week and begin cutting interest rates. It may make sense for savers to lock in a high interest rate now.3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Bitcoin jumps while Dow falls ahead of the Fed’s interest-rate decision
Bitcoin jumped Tuesday ahead of the Federal Reserve’s key rate decision on Wednesday, as traders expect the central bank policymakers to deliver the first interest-rate cut in four years.3 hours ago - Crypto -
ESPN - Sports
Ryans: Tackle Mixon injured on 'definitely' hip-drop
Texans coach DeMeco Ryans, having reviewed film of the play, said Monday he believes RB Joe Mixon's ankle injury Sunday night was caused by Bears LB T.J. Edwards using an illegal hip-drop tackle ...3 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
NFL Week 3 picks: Cowboys stun Ravens, drop Baltimore to 0-3; Chargers shock Steelers; Saints roll past Eagles
Wondering which NFL teams are going to win in Week 3? You've come to the right place to find out4 hours ago - NFL -
CBS News - Top stories
How far will mortgage interest rates drop this week?
The Fed is set to issue its first rate cut since 2020 this week. Here's how far mortgage interest rates could then drop.4 hours ago - Mortgage -
CBS News - Top stories
How to make CD accounts valuable as interest rates drop
There are ways to make CD accounts valuable even as interest rates fall. Here's how to get the most out of them.6 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
A possible Fed interest-rate cut boosts home builders confidence
Builder sentiment rose as mortgage rates fell, the National Association of Home Builders said.6 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
Former Dallas Fed President Kaplan advocates for a half-point interest rate cut
Making the bolder move of 50 basis points would better position policymakers heading into the latter part of the year, Kaplan told CNBC.6 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - Business
Traders step up bets on BoE interest rate cut
Markets price in 35% chance of central bank move this week as expectations of large US rate cut have grown7 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Fed is finally about to cut interest rates — and I’m selling my house. Is this the perfect time? ‘It’s a momentous moment’
“I had three offers over 11 months, one more frustrating than the next.”7 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Is debt relief worth it as interest rates drop? Experts weigh in
Interest rates on credit cards and loans may begin to drop. So should borrowers still use debt relief services?7 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
How the Fed Cutting Interest Rates Affects Banks, Stocks and More
For corporate America, this week’s expected interest rate cut carries risks along with rewards.7 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
New data show Congress’s crusade against remote work is a mistake
The Office of Management and Budget report shows that federal agencies are exceeding the administration's 50 percent in-office goal for telework-eligible employees, with 61 percent of work hours ...7 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
After a Teammate Made a Huge Mistake in Last Night's Game, Eagles QB Jalen Hurts Gave a Lesson in Leadership
After a heartbreaking loss to the Falcons, Eagles running back Saquon Barkley felt horrible. But Hurts told him exactly what he needed to hear.9 hours ago - NFL -
MarketWatch - Business
A Fed interest-rate cut could make small-cap stocks a good investment now
U.S. small-cap stocks have staged an epic rally over the past month as the Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates for the first time since 2020. Has the time for small caps finally come?9 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
Errors meant Covid jab given to clot victim - report
Inquiry finds mistakes meant AstraZeneca vaccine was given to the 27-year-old, who died days later.10 hours ago - Covid -
The New York Times - Business
What Fed Interest Rate Cuts Means for Mortgages, Car Loans and More
Here’s what lowered interest rates will mean for your car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.11 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
ABC News - Sports
Freeman's 3-run homer helps Dodgers to 9-0 win, dropping Braves out of playoff position
Freddie Freeman hit a three-run homer against his former team and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat Atlanta 9-0, dropping the Braves out of a playoff position14 hours ago - MLB -
BBC News - Top stories
Medics' cholera exercise before warzone deployments
Dozens of nurse and doctors are in the county training before being deployed to Ukraine and Gaza.15 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Giants need dramatic change to avoid becoming embarrassment after loss to Commanders
The Giants' defense didn’t allow a touchdown while their offense scored three on Sunday. They still lost, 21-18, to the Washington Commanders.Yesterday - NFL -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Kenny Bednarek’s Headbands Help Him Stand Out Among Sprinters
Kenny Bednarek isn’t as flashy as some runners, but his Olympic medals, and a vast collection of anime-themed headbands, make him stand out.2 days ago