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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.

Why mortgage interest rates may drop again this week

Could mortgage interest rates head back down again this week? Here's why they could.

Mortgage demand stalls as financial markets digest Trump presidency

While tiny, the week's increase in total application volume marked the first rise in overall demand in seven weeks.

Business - CNBC - November 13

Mortgage demand stalls as financial markets digest Trump presidency

Mortgage rates continued to climb last week as investors considered the future of the economy under a Trump presidency.

Inflation's up again. Here's what it could mean for mortgage interest rates.

Inflation ticked back up to 2.6% in October. Here's what that rise could mean for mortgage rates.

5 important reverse mortgage facts seniors should know

Seniors contemplating a reverse mortgage should familiarize themselves with these five facts before getting started.

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US slips to 6.78%

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. edged lower this week, ending a six-week climb

Should you take out a mortgage loan now or wait until 2025?

If you're on the fence about whether to buy a home now or delay further, here's what you should know.

When could mortgage rates hit 5% again? Experts weigh in

Mortgage rates could hit 5% by the end of 2025, but experts warn against waiting if you're planning to buy a home.

How far have mortgage interest rates fallen in 2024?

Mortgage interest rates have moved up and down throughout 2024. Here's what to know now.

Home sales surged in October, just before mortgage rates jumped

Sales were 2.9% higher than October of last year, marking the first annual increase in over three years.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Home sales surged in October, just before mortgage rates jumped

A sharp drop in mortgage rates brought homebuyers off the fence in October after a slow summer.

3 mortgage refinancing alternatives seniors should consider now

Seniors disappointed in their mortgage refinancing options may benefit from exploring these alternatives instead.

U.S. housing market is on the ‘verge of a vicious cycle,’ which is ‘not good for America,’ Lennar Mortgage head warns

Laura Escobar, the president of Lennar Mortgage, said the lack of affordable housing options poses a threat to America’s future.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

Pending home sales jump to six-month high as lower mortgage rates draw buyers in

U.S. pending home sales rose 7.4% in September, the National Association of Realtors said on Wednesday.

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

Should I pay off my mortgage in retirement? New book tackles big money questions

Retirement planning is filled with big questions. For some retirees, whether or not to pay off their mortgage is one of them.

Business - CNBC - November 3

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.

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 - November 5

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

Prospective homebuyers absorb harsh reality: Mortgage rates probably aren’t coming down for a while

America’s prospective homebuyers absorb harsh reality: Mortgage rates probably aren’t coming down for a while.

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 - November 13

Why one economist says Elon Musk could hold the key to lower mortgage rates

One way the government can address high mortgage rates is to rein in the federal deficit, says the chief economist for the National Association of Realtors.

Business - MarketWatch - November 14

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 - November 16

Mortgage rates may be stabilizing after the election. Here's what to expect into early 2025

The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.78% on Nov. 14, unchanged from a week ago.

Business - CNBC - November 15

Weekly mortgage demand inched up, despite higher interest rates. Here's why

After flatlining the week before, mortgage demand rose last week, despite mortgage rates rising for the fourth straight week.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

Weekly mortgage demand inched up, despite higher interest rates. Here's why

After flatlining the week before, mortgage demand rose last week, despite mortgage rates increasing for the fourth straight week.

Mortgage rates inch up toward 7% ahead of the holiday season. Don’t expect a big drop anytime soon.

The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging 6.84%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.

Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago

Will mortgage rates and home prices go down next year? Your 2025 real-estate road map.

Will mortgage rates finally fall in 2025? And will it become more affordable to buy — or even rent?

Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago

Why the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage isn’t going away under Trump

The second Trump administration is expected to focus on reducing the government’s footprint in U.S. housing finance. Here’s why that matters to borrowers.

Business - MarketWatch - 22 hours ago

Latest in Mortgage Delinquencies Ticked

What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates

Why mortgage interest rates may drop again this week

Mortgage demand stalls as financial markets digest Trump presidency

Mortgage demand stalls as financial markets digest Trump presidency

Inflation's up again. Here's what it could mean for mortgage interest rates.

5 important reverse mortgage facts seniors should know

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US slips to 6.78%

Should you take out a mortgage loan now or wait until 2025?

When could mortgage rates hit 5% again? Experts weigh in

How far have mortgage interest rates fallen in 2024?

Home sales surged in October, just before mortgage rates jumped

Home sales surged in October, just before mortgage rates jumped

3 mortgage refinancing alternatives seniors should consider now

U.S. housing market is on the ‘verge of a vicious cycle,’ which is ‘not good for America,’ Lennar Mortgage head warns

Pending home sales jump to six-month high as lower mortgage rates draw buyers in

Should I pay off my mortgage in retirement? New book tackles big money questions

Should you lock in a mortgage rate after the November rate cut? Experts weigh in

Trump or Harris: Who would bring mortgage rates down? Three economists weigh in.

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

Prospective homebuyers absorb harsh reality: Mortgage rates probably aren’t coming down for a while

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

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

Why one economist says Elon Musk could hold the key to lower mortgage rates

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

Mortgage rates may be stabilizing after the election. Here's what to expect into early 2025

Weekly mortgage demand inched up, despite higher interest rates. Here's why

Weekly mortgage demand inched up, despite higher interest rates. Here's why

Mortgage rates inch up toward 7% ahead of the holiday season. Don’t expect a big drop anytime soon.

Will mortgage rates and home prices go down next year? Your 2025 real-estate road map.

Why the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage isn’t going away under Trump

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