September 29, 2022Mortgage interest rate predictions: Will rates go down in October 2022?Mortgage rates grew significantly and rapidly in 2022. Will inflation and the Federal Reserve push them higher in October?
November 5, 2020About the Federal Reserve, the FOMC, & the Fed Funds RateThe Federal Reserve is the central banker of the USA. How "the Fed" works, what it actually does, and how it affects everyday U.S. mortgage rates.
November 3, 2020Forecast: Will the 2020 election change mortgage rates?Mortgage rates shot up after the 2016 election. But will they do the same in 2020? See our mortgage rate forecast and historical perspective here.
July 1, 2020States reopen 2010 mortgage relief program during COVID-19Some states are reopening a 2010 mortgage relief program, the Hardest Hit Fund, to help homeowners during COVID-19. Find out if your state is participating and what it means for you.
June 17, 2020For once, the Fed DOES affect mortgage rates. Here’s whySince March, the Fed has controlled mortgage rates more than usual. Find out how the Federal Reserve helped push mortgage rates to record lows.
May 20, 2020Before entering mortgage forbearance, read thisCOVID-19 mortgage forbearance is here and will help millions of borrowers in the short-run. But long-term forbearance issues shouldn't be overlooked.
April 28, 2020Free credit reports are now available weekly instead of yearly. Here’s how to get yoursBecause of coronavirus, free credit reports are now available on a weekly basis from Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Here's how to get yours.
April 27, 2020Homeowners are using cash-out refinances for emergency funds. Should you?U.S. homeowners could tap millions in home equity to help them through coronavirus financially. Is a cash-out refinance a good idea for you?
April 21, 2020Breaking: This agency predicts 2.9% mortgage rates by 2021Fannie Mae predicts mortgage rates in the record-low territory for the rest of 2020 and 2021. What that would mean for home buyers and refinancers.
