Mortgage Home Equity

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.

JPMorgan launches European version of JEPI, the largest active ETF

The manager has also launched JEPQ, another active US equity income ETF that has been hugely successful in the US

World - Financial Times - November 11

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

Outgoing Manulife CEO says more scrutiny of private equity deals ‘welcome’

Roy Gori says increased oversight would be a way to reinforce confidence in the insurance industry

Business - Financial Times - November 18

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.

This age group owns 79% of stocks and equity funds. Why that’s good for bonds.

Bonds should do well in the years ahead, as age demographics are set to play in their favor.

Business - MarketWatch - November 20

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.

Unilever shelves planned sale of its ice cream business to private equity

Chief executive Hein Schumacher wants to separate division as part of turnaround plan

Business - Financial Times - November 20

Grant Thornton UK picks private equity over US merger

Accounting firm agrees to sell stake to buyout group Cinven

World - Financial Times - November 20

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.

Private equity landlords' screening process discriminated against renters, lawsuits contend

Two large private equity-backed landlords discriminated against prospective tenants by relying on faulty screening systems, according to two lawsuits.

3 mortgage refinancing alternatives seniors should consider now

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

SG Fleet Receives $780 Million Private-Equity Takeover Proposal

SG’s stock jumped 20% on the announcement, which came five weeks after the company reiterated guidance for an annual underlying profit of between A$88 million and A$95 million.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago

Simpson Thacher and HSF target Luxembourg in private equity push

Top law firms are opening new European bases as investment grows

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Mortgage rates fall for the first time in two months. Buyers are rushing back.

Mortgage applications rose 6.3% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

Business - MarketWatch - 23 hours ago

3 housing-market stocks with room to grow despite high mortgage rates

A mutual-fund manager finds opportunities in D.R. Horton, Sherwin-Williams and Equifax.

Business - MarketWatch - 15 hours ago

How Trump's economic agenda could affect mortgage rates in 2025

Here's what a noted housing expert thinks will happen to mortgage rates next year as Donald Trump outlines his priorities.

SG Fleet Receives $780 Million Private-Equity Takeover Proposal

SG’s stock jumped 20% on the announcement, which came five weeks after the company reiterated guidance for an annual underlying profit of between A$88 million and A$95 million.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago

How private equity convinced Labour to go easy on its multimillion pound tax perk

The lobbying coup of the decade saw a major climbdown on the chancellor’s planned raid on carried interest. Nils Pratley: Rachel Reeves’s most irritating manifesto fudge “I’m glad I don’t have ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

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.

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What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates

JPMorgan launches European version of JEPI, the largest active ETF

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%

Outgoing Manulife CEO says more scrutiny of private equity deals ‘welcome’

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

This age group owns 79% of stocks and equity funds. Why that’s good for bonds.

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

Unilever shelves planned sale of its ice cream business to private equity

Grant Thornton UK picks private equity over US merger

How far have mortgage interest rates fallen in 2024?

Private equity landlords' screening process discriminated against renters, lawsuits contend

3 mortgage refinancing alternatives seniors should consider now

SG Fleet Receives $780 Million Private-Equity Takeover Proposal

Simpson Thacher and HSF target Luxembourg in private equity push

Mortgage rates fall for the first time in two months. Buyers are rushing back.

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