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Homeowners are using this hack to cut their mortgage payments in half — and chip away at the housing shortage

California homeowners are embracing tiny homes in their backyards. The movement has offered a blueprint for cities across the U.S. that are grappling with a housing shortage.

Business - MarketWatch - 1 hour ago

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Mortgage rates are likely to stay high after Trump's election win—despite Fed rate cuts

With a Republican sweep of the presidency and Congress, mortgage rates could stay well above 6% for the rest of 2024.

Business - CNBC - November 7

Homebuyers await mortgage relief after Federal Reserve's back-to-back rate cuts

The Federal Reserve has made two consecutive interest rate cuts but potential homebuyers are wondering when mortgage rates will drop. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks down ...

Mortgage rates inch closer to 7% after Fed rate cut and Trump’s win

Mortgage applications rose 0.5% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago

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.

100 Million People Involved in UnitedHealth Hack

The scale of the hack makes it the worst healthcare data breach in the country.

Business - Inc. - October 25

China hack targeted senior congressional Democrats

Chinese hackers also targeted cell phones belonging to senior Democratic officials in addition to former President Trump, Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) and people in the Harris campaign, The Associated ...

Politics - The Hill - October 26

EssilorLuxottica backs Del Vecchio as hacking probe escalates

Heir to eyewear giant is one of dozens under investigation by Milanese authorities

World - Financial Times - October 27

These Guys Hacked AirPods to Give Their Grandmas Hearing Aids

Three technologists in India used a homemade Faraday cage and a microwave oven to get around Apple’s location blocks.

Tech - Wired - Yesterday

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.

Will mortgage rates fall? Your Budget questions answered

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a raft of changes to taxes and spending in the Budget.

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.

Justice Dept. Sues Rocket Mortgage for Appraisal Discrimination

After a white appraiser slashed the value of a Black woman’s duplex, the Justice Department sued all involved in the assessment, including the nation’s largest lender.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

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 - 2 days ago

FBI arrests Alabama man for SEC X hack that spiked price of bitcoin

Eric Council Jr. is accused of conspiracy in the hack of the Securities and Exchange Commission X account that tweeted a false claim about bitcoin.

Business - CNBC - October 17

Arrest made in SEC hack resulting in bitcoin price spike

The FBI arrested an Alabama man Thursday in connection with the January hack of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) account on social platform X that briefly caused the price of bitcoin ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Michigan Secretary of State: Bad actors trying to "hack voters' minds"

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson warned Sunday of efforts by bad actors to "hack voters' minds" to spread misinformation ahead of Election Day.

Juve deny Güler signing after X account hacked

Juventus said one of their social media accounts was hacked on Monday, after fans were taken by surprise with the fake announcement of Real Madrid's Turkish teenager Arda Güler signing for the ...

Sports - ESPN - October 22

Trump, Vance, Harris campaign potential targets of China-backed hackers

Federal authorities believe China-backed cybercriminals may have tried to tap into phones or networks used by Trump, Vance and Harris campaign staff, sources familiar with the matter confirmed.

FBI investigates claims China tried to hack Donald Trump’s phone

Probe follows reports Republican presidential candidate and running mate JD Vance were targeted

Business - Financial Times - October 25

US points finger at China amid reports of Trump, Vance phone hacks

The FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) are investigating alleged hacks by Chinese-affiliated actors amid multiple media reports that former President Trump's and ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

Latest news on China's efforts to hack Trump, Vance and Harris campaign

Federal officials say China-backed cybercriminals may be behind efforts to hack phones or networks used by former President Donald Trump and running mate JD Vance. The hackers may have also ...

Trump Family Members and Biden Aides Among China Hack Targets

Phones used by Jared Kushner and Eric Trump were among those that hackers sought access to as part of a counterintelligence effort carried out by a hacking group associated with China.

World - The New York Times - October 29

Former Disney worker allegedly hacked menus, changed peanut allergy info

Former Disney World employee Michael Scheuer is accused of changing allergen information for some menu items that could have been deadly to those with peanut allergies.

Nintendo's Alarmo Has Already Been Hacked To Include Cat Pictures

Earlier this month, Nintendo announced and released Alarmo , an alarm clock themed with sounds and pictures from some of the company's fan-favorite video game franchises. And while only Nintendo ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 31

Florida Man Accused of Hacking Disney World Menus, Changing Font to Wingdings

Plus: Cops take down a notorious infostealer, Strava leaks world leaders’ locations, and a hacking scandal is causing chaos in Italy.

Tech - Wired - November 2

Rubio says Chinese hacking of U.S. telecom companies is a "very serious situation"

Sen. Marco Rubio, who is on the Senate Intelligence Committee, said Sunday that as "time goes on, we're going to learn more" about Chinese hacking of U.S. telecom companies.

Inside the Massive Crime Industry That’s Hacking Billion-Dollar Companies

When you download a piece of pirated software, you might also be getting a piece of infostealer malware, and entering a highly complex hacking ecosystem that’s fueling some of the biggest breaches ...

Tech - Wired - November 4

Man Arrested for Snowflake Hacking Spree Faces US Extradition

Alexander “Connor” Moucka was arrested this week by Canadian authorities for allegedly carrying out a series of hacks that targeted Snowflake’s cloud customers. His next stop may be a US jail.

Tech - Wired - November 5

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