Federal ReserveDecember 13, 2017
Fed hikes rates. What does it mean for your mortgage?
The Fed hiked rates for just the fifth time since the financial crisis. What does that mean for mortgage rates?
Articles by Deborah Kearns
- Economic NewsDecember 12, 2017
Fed Preview: Rate Increase Expected, But What Will Janet Do?
As the FOMC meets for the final time in 2017, analysts expect a rate hike. Janet Yellen's comments on future Fed actions could have a ripple effect. - Federal ReserveNovember 30, 2017
Federal Reserve Chair to Congress: ‘U.S. economy has strengthened’
- Real Estate NewsNovember 28, 2017
New-home sales surge in October
Sales of new homes hit record numbers, matching levels not seen since late 2007. Is it time to buy a new-construction home? - Real Estate NewsNovember 20, 2017
Housing starts reach one-year high in October
Housing starts are on a tear, matching the highest levels since before the housing downturn ten years ago. - Economic NewsNovember 6, 2017
Wages not rising as fast as home prices; NAR presents 2018 housing forecast
- Real Estate NewsOctober 27, 2017
Pending home sales flatline in September
- Buying a homeOctober 26, 2017
September new home sales soar to near-decade-best levels
New home sales are rising. And so is inventory, finally, as builders attempt to keep up with demand. - Mortgage NewsOctober 24, 2017
MBA predicts 7% jump in home purchase applications for 2018
What's the mortgage and real estate forecast for 2018? MBA says home buying will pick up, but for now, sellers are still in control. - Economic NewsOctober 9, 2017
First jobs decline in 7 years. How does that affect home buyers?
The U.S. economy unexpectedly was in negative territory for job creation in September. What does that mean for home buyers? - Real Estate NewsSeptember 28, 2017
Pending home sales fall even further in August
The NAR reported that August pending home sales fell again. This marks the third straight month of declining home sales. - Economic NewsSeptember 27, 2017
New-home sales plummet in August as affordability squeezes buyers
New-home sales for August were unexpectedly lower, says the Census Bureau and Department of Housing and Urban Development. - Real Estate NewsSeptember 20, 2017
Breaking: Housing starts up, hurricanes dampen builders’ optimism
In the news, building starts were down in July; many believe due to hurricane activity. - Real Estate NewsSeptember 1, 2017
Wages Are Not Keeping Up With Home Prices: NAR
It's clear: home sales are slowing because wages are not keeping up with home prices. Which type of consumer is benefitting in this market? - Real Estate NewsAugust 2, 2017
Hope For Home Buyers: Cash Buyers Bow Out, Fall Is Coming
It's the best time of 2017 to get pre-approved. Fall is coming, and it could become way easier to buy a home. Forecast and analysis. - Real Estate NewsJuly 1, 2017
Low Supply Chokes Off Home Sales
Home sales fell again despite the fact that many want to buy. A low supply is the culprit. Here's what to do about it. - Mortgage NewsJune 13, 2017
Consumers: Maybe Mortgage Rates Won’t Rise After All
A recent Fannie Mae survey shows a shift in consumer attitudes about mortgage rates. Twelve months from now, say survey takers, rates could be lower.
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