First-Time Home BuyersApril 3, 2024California ‘Dream For All’ Loan Re-Opens for First-Time Home BuyersEligible first-time home buyers will have until April 29 to apply for the California Dream for All Shared Appreciation Loan Program.
Mortgage NewsMarch 20, 2024Fed Skips Rate Hike in March. When are the Rate Cuts Coming?The Federal Reserve voted to hold the fed funds rate in March in its fight against inflation. Will interest rates decrease in response?
Mortgage NewsMarch 13, 2024Will Mortgage Rates Go Down After the March Fed Meeting?The Federal Reserve continues its fight against inflation. Will the central bank cut the fed funds rate at its March meeting?
Mortgage ProductsFebruary 22, 2024Chase Expands Homebuyer Grant in These 15 Housing MarketsChase Home Lending increased credit access for home buyers with a larger grant amount and removed income limits in 15 metro areas.
Real Estate NewsFebruary 20, 2024Why 46% of Recent Mortgage Borrowers Should Think About a Refinance This YearAre you a recent homeowner? Find out why 2024 could be the perfect year to refinance your mortgage.
Mortgage NewsJanuary 31, 2024Fed Skips Rate Hike in January. Are Cuts on the Way in 2024?The Federal Reserve voted to hold the fed funds rate in January in its fight against inflation. Will interest rates decrease in response?
Mortgage NewsJanuary 24, 2024Will Mortgage Rates Go Up After the January Fed Meeting?The Federal Reserve continues its fight against inflation. Will the central bank cut the fed funds rate at its January meeting?
Real Estate NewsJanuary 18, 2024More People Think Mortgage Rates Are Going to Fall — How Likely Is It?Explore the rising optimism among consumers as a record-high number expects mortgage rates to fall in the next 12 months.
Real Estate NewsDecember 28, 2023From Slower Sales to Rising Prices: What the November California Housing Market Tells UsStay informed with the latest California housing market insights. Our recap of this month's highlights brings you up to speed on home prices, trends, and more.
Mortgage NewsDecember 13, 2023Fed Skips Rate Hike in December. Three Cuts Likely in 2024The Federal Reserve voted to hold the fed funds rate in December in its fight against inflation. Will interest rates decrease in response?
Mortgage NewsDecember 6, 2023Will Mortgage Rates Go Up After the December Fed Meeting?The Federal Reserve continues its fight against inflation. Will the central bank hike the fed funds rate at its December meeting?
Mortgage NewsNovember 28, 2023FHFA Raises Conventional Loan Limits for 2024Conforming loan limits for 2024 rose by over 5% across the United States, going up to $2.21 million in high-cost areas.
Mortgage NewsNovember 1, 2023Fed Skips Rate Hike in November. Is This Good News for Mortgage Rates?The Federal Reserve voted to hold the fed funds rate in November in its fight against inflation. Will interest rates decrease in response?
Real Estate NewsOctober 31, 2023Home Prices Rise Amid Lagging Housing Supply: S&P CoreLogic Case-ShillerOverall U.S. home prices rose in August, but fell in some markets, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index.
Mortgage NewsOctober 27, 2023Family Matters: How Home Buyers are Leveraging RelativesProspective home buyers are getting creative in a tough housing market, using their family members to save money and split costs.
Mortgage NewsOctober 25, 2023Will Mortgage Rates Go Up After the November Fed Meeting?The Federal Reserve continues its fight against inflation. Will the central bank hike the fed funds rate at its November meeting?
Mortgage NewsOctober 18, 2023The ‘I Do’ Home Fund: How Young Couples are Using Wedding Gifts for Down PaymentsDiscover how young, first-time home buyers are reshaping the path to homeownership by swapping traditional wedding gifts for gift money for down payments.
Mortgage NewsOctober 16, 2023New FHA Policy Allows ADUs to Boost Borrowers’ Qualifying IncomeDiscover how a new policy from HUD and the FHA is revolutionizing mortgage underwriting, allowing lenders to consider rental income from accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
Mortgage NewsOctober 12, 2023Will Conventional Loan Limits Increase in 2024? Here’s What to ExpectCurious about 2024 conventional loan limits? Explore the potential for increased limits and stay informed about the latest updates.
Mortgage NewsSeptember 27, 2023Should I Buy a House Now or Wait? Why High Mortgage Rates Shouldn’t Scare YouShould I buy a house now or wait until 2024? Explore the pros and cons of purchasing a home in today's market versus waiting.
