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When will home equity loan interest rates fall again?
Home equity loan interest rates are on the decline. But when, precisely, will they fall again? Here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
Will mortgage interest rates fall this November?
Mortgage rates are poised to fluctuate in November, but in what direction? Here's what to know now.Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
How far will mortgage interest rates fall in November?
Wondering whether mortgage rates will drop further in November? Here's what experts have to say about it.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
Is a reverse mortgage or home equity loan better for seniors? Experts weigh in
Seniors have a few options for tapping into their home's equity, but certain options may be better than others.Top stories - CBS News - October 25 -
Will home equity loan interest rates fall in November?
Waiting for a chance to tap into your home equity at an affordable rate? Here's where rates could head in November.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
Will UK interest rate cut make mortgages and loans cheaper?
Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
What causes home equity loan interest rates to drop? And will they keep falling?
Home equity rates have dropped since the Fed's last meeting. Here's what they could do in the future, experts say.Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
Should you lock in a mortgage rate after the November rate cut? Experts weigh in
Aside from the November rate cut, several factors play a role in timing your mortgage rate lock.Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
When will home equity loan rates fall below 8%?
Home equity loan rates have been dropping. But when will they fall below 8%? Here's what to consider now.Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
What's the mortgage interest rate forecast for November 2024?
After falling in September, mortgage interest rates rose again in October. Here's what could happen this November.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Will mortgage rates fall? Your Budget questions answered
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a raft of changes to taxes and spending in the Budget.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates
Another Fed rate cut is now official. Here's what that could mean for mortgage interest rates.Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
Will HELOC interest rates fall in November?
HELOC interest rates have been falling this fall, but will they continue to do so in November? Here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
Mortgage demand stalls as interest rates surge higher ahead of election
Total mortgage application volume was essentially flat, falling 0.1% compared with the previous week.Business - CNBC - October 30 -
Weekly mortgage demand tanks 11% as interest rates surge higher
Total mortgage application volume dropped 10.8% compared to the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association's seasonally adjusted index.Business - CNBC - 3 days ago -
What's the home equity loan interest rate forecast for November 2024?
Home equity loan interest rates could fall, but they might not be worth waiting for. Here's everything to know.Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
How far will home equity loan interest rates drop in November?
Home equity loans could decline in November, but that isn't the only feasible possibility, experts say.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
How low will home equity loan interest rates drop in November?
There are a few events in November that could help push home equity borrowing rates lower, experts say.Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
Mortgage rates surge higher on Trump victory, causing housing stocks to fall
Lennar, D.R. Horton and PulteGroup were all down Wednesday. Retailers Home Depot and Lowe's were also lower.Business - CNBC - 3 days ago -
Wall Street reacts to Trump win as Fed weighs interest rate cut
President-elect Trump’s victory spurred a surge on Wall Street with the Dow Jones, S&P and Nasdaq reaching record highs. It comes as the Federal Reserve is weighing another interest rate cut with a ...Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
El Salvador gets $1bn US-backed loan from JPMorgan to refinance debt
Deal linked to promise of river conservation is latest example of increasingly popular ‘debt for nature swaps’World - Financial Times - October 17 -
What's a good HELOC interest rate now that rates are falling again?
HELOC interest rates are on the decline. Here's what a good rate looks like now that rates are falling again.Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
When will the next COVID, flu surge start? Experts weigh in
October is typically the calm before the storm when it comes to respiratory viruses. But health experts say it's not time to get comfortable. A surge in flu and COVID cases is likely on the way, ...Politics - The Hill - October 27 -
Should you wait for the price of gold to fall to invest? Experts weigh in
While waiting for the price to fall may work for some, most experts say buying now is best. Here's why.Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Trump or Harris: Who would bring mortgage rates down? Three economists weigh in.
What will happen to mortgage rates and home prices in a prospective Trump or Harris administration? MarketWatch spoke to three economists to find out.Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago -
Weekly mortgage demand tanks 17%, after interest rates hit the highest level since August
Mortgage interest rates rose last week for the third straight week, hitting the highest level since August.Business - CNBC - October 16 -
Mortgage demand drops to its lowest level since July, as interest rates return to summer highs
Total mortgage application volume dropped 6.7% from the previous week, hitting its lowest level since JulyBusiness - CNBC - October 23 -
Gold vs. silver investing: Which is better when interest rates are cut?
Both can be smart investments right now, experts say, but one option could make more sense for your portfolio.Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
Euro falls to 2-month low as investors price in interest rate cuts
Single currency has dropped more than 2% against dollar so far this monthWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
Surprise fall in inflation to 1.7% paves way for interest rate cuts
September's figure comes two weeks ahead of the Budget and will be used to decide how much benefits will rise in April.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
How far will credit card interest rates fall in November?
There may be another Fed rate cut on the horizon in November. Here's how it could impact credit card rates.Top stories - CBS News - October 24 -
Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates, but Signals Stickier Inflation
The central bank said that future cuts would be gradual amid higher inflation forecasts after the new government introduced spending and tax increases in its budget.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Interest rates cut but Bank hints fewer falls to come
Interest rates were cut to 4.75% but the Bank expects inflation to creep higher after last week's Budget.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
Oil tumbles after Israel refrains from attacking Iran’s refining facilities
Brent crude drops more than 6% as Tehran gives measured response to strikesWorld - Financial Times - October 28 -
How does the 10-year Treasury yield affect mortgage rates? Experts explain
The 10-year Treasury yield plays a significant role in your mortgage loan borrowing costs. Here's how.Top stories - CBS News - October 24 -
What to know about the interest rate cut expected from the Federal Reserve
Another interest rate cut is expected to be announced Thursday afternoon by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more details.Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago