Federal ReserveOctober 30, 2019Mortgage rates drop as Fed issues third consecutive rate cutMortgage rates are starting the feel the effects of another Fed rate cut. What does a lower Fed rate mean for your mortgage?
Mortgage RatesOctober 30, 2019Thanks to mortgage rates, buying a home is the most affordable it’s been in almost three yearsAffordable housing is a reality right now, thanks to low mortgage rates. But with housing shortages and rising prices, affordability might not last long.
Mortgage NewsOctober 30, 20192020 will be a big year for first-time homebuyers, analysis showsNext year will be a big one for first-time homebuyers. According to new data, up to 9.2 million first-time buyers will hit the market between 2020 and 2022.
Mortgage NewsOctober 29, 2019New data: Home sellers are bringing in more profits than everHome sellers are raking in the dough. According to new data, average seller returns have hit 34.5 percent — their highest point since the Great Recession.
Mortgage RatesOctober 28, 2019How to beat rising mortgage rates in today’s marketRising mortgage rates might not be as big of a deal as they seem. Anxious buyers could actually be missing out on great deals right now. Here's why.
Mortgage NewsOctober 28, 2019Housing inventory takes a steep dive, especially on lower-priced homesFor-sale housing inventory is still painfully low. According to new data, it dropped 6.4 percent over the year, hitting its lowest point in six years.
ForecastsOctober 23, 20192020 mortgage and refinance rates forecast from leading housing authoritiesLeading housing authorities give mortgage and refinance rate predictions for 2020.
Mortgage NewsOctober 23, 2019New study: Gen Zers and Millennials weigh in on housing (and their homebuying fears)How do Millennials and Gen Zers feel about buying a home? According to a new study, they're pretty optimistic (and a bit fearful).
Mortgage NewsOctober 22, 2019Forget paying full listing price; here’s where homebuyers can find dealsDon’t want to pay full listing price? According to a new forecast, you may not have to — especially if you choose the right location.
Mortgage NewsOctober 21, 2019Home values notch biggest increase in five years, new data showsIf you already own a home, then you’re in luck. According to a new study, home values made their biggest climb in five years last month.
Mortgage NewsOctober 17, 2019Here’s how much DIYing can save you (and cost you)DIYing can be a smart way to save money. But according to a study, not all DIY projects are created equally.
ForecastsOctober 16, 20192020 mortgage and refinance rates forecast from experts2020 mortgage rates forecast: What do the experts say we can expect in terms of real estate financing costs?
Mortgage NewsOctober 16, 2019Payment-to-income ratios drop; housing affordability rises in many marketsPayment-to-income ratios are down, and in early September, housing affordability hit a 32-month high, according to new data.
First-Time Home BuyersOctober 15, 2019Most Americans think getting a mortgage would be hard for them — here’s why they’re wrongThree in five Americans think they might not qualify for a mortgage. But their odds are better than they think. Learn how to qualify with any background.
Mortgage NewsOctober 15, 2019The country’s hottest housing markets aren’t what you’d expectThe hottest housing markets aren't big cities or metros. According to new data, they’re smaller, outlying cities with more affordable housing.
Mortgage NewsOctober 14, 2019New study: Almost half of all renters are paying too much for housingAccording to new data, the share of renters who are burdened by their housing costs has hit its highest rate in five years.
Mortgage NewsOctober 9, 2019Planning some DIY? These home improvement projects bring the most joyDo you have some home improvements in mind? Then choose carefully. According to a new survey, some projects spark more joy than others.
Mortgage NewsOctober 8, 2019Millennials notch highest refinance share in four yearsLow mortgage rates have spurred a refinance surge with Millennials, accounting for 25 percent of the group's loan activity in August.
Mortgage RatesOctober 7, 2019Studies say: Home prices up, mortgage costs down. Don’t miss this rare opportunityNormally when home prices go up, mortgage payments go up. But not in 2019. Learn how low rates have led to smaller payments, even on pricier homes.
