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Mortgage rates rise for the fourth week in a row. But in these states, it’s still cheaper to buy than to rent.
The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging at 6.54%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.Business - MarketWatch - October 24 -
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US rises for fifth straight week
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose for the fifth straight week, returning to its highest level since early AugustTop stories - ABC 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 - November 7 -
If the Fed Is Cutting Rates, Why Are Mortgage Rates Rising?
The latest rise, to 6.79% for a 30-year mortgage, reflects bond market concern about President-elect Trump’s agenda. It extends an uptick in mortgage rates despite expected Federal Reserve rate cuts.Business - The New York Times - November 7 -
Why mortgage costs are rising despite interest rate cut
Lenders have been raising the cost of fixed-rate deals creating a headache for buyers and those remortgaging.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
Mortgage rates stay high, sapping home-buying demand
Mortgage applications fell 6.7% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.Business - MarketWatch - October 23 -
What will happen to mortgage rates after this week's Fed rate cut?
The Federal Reserve is set to issue another rate cut this week. Here's what could then happen to mortgage rates.Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
Mortgage rates rise to highest level since July due to these 3 reasons
Mortgage applications fell 0.1% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.Business - MarketWatch - October 30 -
Mortgage rates increase for the fifth straight week — but there’s good news
The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging 6.72%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Why mortgage interest rates may drop again this week
Could mortgage interest rates head back down again this week? Here's why they could.Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
Rapidly rising rents squeeze millions in the middle class
Four in 10 middle-class renters pay 30% or more of their incomes toward housing each month, NBC News analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data shows.Top stories - NBC News - October 31 -
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 -
Euro zone inflation rises to higher-than-expected 2%, weakening case for jumbo rate cut
The fresh inflation print is seen as crucial in judging whether the European Central Bank could consider a half-percentage-point interest rate cut.Business - CNBC - October 31 -
Why mortgage rates are back up to nearly 7%
The average 30-year mortgage rate has surged over the course of October, returning to highs last seen in the summer.Business - MarketWatch - October 24 -
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 -
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 -
Mortgage rates jump after Trump defeats Harris
Mortgage rates rose Wednesday morning as the financial markets reacted to Republican nominee Donald Trump winning the presidential election.Business - MarketWatch - November 6 -
Mortgage Rates Fell, Then Rose. What Comes Next?
Many would-be home buyers are still hoping for mortgage rates to come down as the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates. How much they will fall is unclear.Business - The New York Times - November 12 -
Mortgage rates are near 7%, but buyers are making a comeback
Mortgage applications rose 1.7% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday -
Average mortgage rate increases heading into winter holidays
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate appears to be rising as buyers await a good time to enter the market. Maria Avellaneda, an associate broker for Keller Williams NYC, joins CBS News with more.Top stories - CBS News - 2 hours ago -
Treasury confirms plans for inflation-busting rise in UK social housing rents
Rachel Reeves also announces £500mn cash boost to promote building of affordable homesBusiness - Financial Times - October 25 -
Amazon is beating other retailers on price, but here’s how you can beat Amazon
Bargain hunters are taking advantage of rebate platforms to bring costs down.Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday -
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 - November 7 -
2025 Super Bowl odds entering Week 11: Chiefs still favorites; Kyler Murray-led Cardinals on the rise
How Super Bowl odds have shifted over the last weekSports - CBS Sports - November 13 -
Mortgage delinquencies ticked up in September for the 4th month in a row
Rising interest rates and hurricane-related pressures are driving an increase in late mortgage payments, Intercontinental Exchange says.Business - MarketWatch - November 5 -
7% mortgage rates are a warning about who will win the election, economist says
Mark Zandi of Moody’s Analytics says rising mortgage rates offer clues about how investors are considering the postelection future of the U.S. economyBusiness - MarketWatch - October 30 -
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 - November 6 -
Mortgage rates inch up to a 3-month high ahead of Fed meeting
Mortgage applications fell 10.8% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.Business - MarketWatch - November 6 -
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 - November 6 -
Why mortgage rates could be heading to 8%, despite a Fed cut
The 30-year rate inched up for the sixth week in a row ahead of an expected interest-rate cut by the Federal Reserve.Business - MarketWatch - November 8