ForecastsMay 28, 2026Will Interest Rates Go Down in June? | Predictions 2026Mortgage rates fell after five weeks of growth. Will they trend down in April? Here's what the experts think.
Conventional LoansFebruary 2, 20263% Down Payment Mortgages for First-Time Home BuyersLearn about 3% down payment mortgage options, including 3% down conventional loans and 3.5% down FHA loans.
Cash Out RefinanceOctober 28, 2022Cash-out refinance examples: How to use your home equityCash-out refinancing can be a great idea when rates are low and home values are up. Here are 6 cash-out refinance examples to show you why.
RefinanceApril 21, 2022Is now a good time to refinance? Refinancing in 2026Is now a good time to refinance? Despite rising rates, many homeowners can still benefit from a mortgage refi.
RefinanceJuly 19, 2021Refinance rates fall as Adverse Market Refi Fee is removedThe Adverse Market Refinance Fee made it more expensive to refinance over the last year. Now, that fee has been removed. Learn more here.
Mortgage NewsMarch 16, 2021New rule means higher fees for investment property mortgages and second homesA new rule from FHFA caused a sharp increase in investment property mortgage and second home mortgage fees. Here's what you need to know.
Mortgage StrategyJanuary 1, 2019Is now a good time to refinance? Reduce your mortgage payment with 2026‘s low rates"Should I refinance my mortgage?" An analytical look at reasons to refinance, plus how to lock today's mortgage rates with no closing costs.
Mortgage NewsOctober 2, 2017October 2017 mortgage rates forecast (FHA, VA, USDA, Conventional)Mortgage rates are poised to move in September. Rates are low, but they may not stay that way for long. Analysis and advice.
Mortgage NewsAugust 30, 2017September 2017 mortgage rates forecast (FHA, VA, USDA, Conventional)Mortgage rates are poised to move in September. Rates are low, but they may not stay that way for long. Analysis and advice.
Mortgage NewsAugust 3, 2017Why Are Mortgage Rates Still So Low?The economy is heating up, and the Fed is on a firm rate-hike schedule. So why aren't consumer mortgage rates rising? Analysis and advice.
Mortgage RatesJune 12, 2017How The Fed Meeting Will Change Mortgage Rates This WeekThe Federal Reserve meeting adjourns Wednesday and, although the Fed doesn't set mortgage rates, its rhetoric and actions can influence them. Analysis and advice.
Conforming MortgagesMarch 14, 20172026 Mortgages Are Different: Fannie Mae Changes You Need To KnowConforming mortgages this year will be a little different, thanks to changes at Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. Here are the ones most likely to affect you
Mortgage RatesMarch 13, 2017Fed Meeting : How Mortgage Rates Will Change By Week’s EndThe Federal Reserve meeting adjourns Wednesday and, although the Fed doesn't set mortgage rates, its rhetoric and actions can influence them. Analysis and advice.
Mortgage RatesFebruary 23, 2017Mortgage Rates Could Be Locked In A “Downward Drift”Current mortgage rates are floating sideways to lower in 2017 thus far. How low will they go this year?
Mortgage RatesDecember 28, 2016Mortgage Rate Surveys: Where Are Today’s “Real” Mortgage Rates?There are tens of mortgage rate surveys online, and they all show different interest rates. Which are the best, and which should you ignore?
Mortgage RatesSeptember 8, 2016Freddie Mac: 30-Year Mortgage Rates Keep On GivingFreddie Mac reports 30-year mortgage rates dropping again, and hiding beneath 3.5%. Mortgage rates are down close to 60 basis points (0.60%) from the New Year.
About MortgagesMay 31, 2016Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) Is Neither “Good” Nor “Bad”Not sure whether you want to put 20% down on a home? It's okay if you don't. Frank talk about private mortgage insurance (PMI) and how it can help you buy.
Mortgage RatesMay 16, 20162016 Housing: The Falling Costs Of Owning A HomeMortgage rates dropped again this week. What should you expect to pay for your mortgage, whether fixed-rate or ARM? Analysis & access to today's live rates.
Conforming MortgagesJanuary 19, 2016“Expensive” Homes Easier To Mortgage Under New Mortgage RulesFannie and Freddie have made it easier for home buyers in "high-cost" areas to get mortgage-approved. Rates are now lower and mortgage standards more loose.