High school sweethearts search for 'American Dream Home' in Tennessee
The meteoric rise in interest rates has become a key topic of concern — but even in this scenario, one couple searched for their "American Dream Home" in Tennessee.
Today’s 20-year mortgage rates dip below 7% for first time in 16 days | Oct. 27, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 27, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
Mortgage rates top 7%, highest since 2002
The interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve intended to quell inflation are affecting mortgage rates, causing them to rise and leading to more homebuyers being sidelined.
Today’s best mortgage refinance deal? Look to 20-year rates to save | Oct. 27, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 27, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
Home price growth slips in August for fourth consecutive month: CoreLogic
Annual home price growth slowed in August for the fourth consecutive month, but still posted double-digit gains, according to CoreLogic. Here's how to tap into your equity gains.
US mortgage interest rates jump to 7.16%, highest since 2001
Mortgage rates hit a 21 year high as home sales fell to the lowest level since 1997. Real estate sales hurt by the Feds high interest rates meant to curb inflation.
Today’s 15-year mortgage refinance rates continue to offer best savings opportunity | Oct. 26, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 26, 2022, which are largely down from yesterday.
Savings window opens: Today’s 20-year mortgage rates hit lowest levels in five days | Oct. 26, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 26, 2022, which are largely down from yesterday.
Mortgage activity hovers at slowest pace since 1997
Requests for mortgage applications fell 1.7% in the past week, keeping demand at the slowest pace in 25 years, according to the Mortgage Banker's Association.
Top housing markets this fall are those with affordable homes
Homebuyers flock to affordable cities and towns with strong economies and cheaper housing as rising mortgage rates make cheap real estate more expensive.
Homebuyer demand drops as 30-year mortgage rates inch toward new high: Freddie Mac
Mortgage rates continued to creep toward new highs last week, keeping homebuyers away, according to Freddie Mac.
Today’s 20-year mortgage refinance rates hold steady | Oct. 25, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 25, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
Today’s best mortgage deal? Look to 15-year rates to save | Oct. 25, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 25, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
FHFA to change credit score model for new mortgages
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced Monday at the Mortgage Bankers Association’s annual conference that it will begin the implementation process for two new credit scoring models for mortgages. This marks the first update to credit scoring models in 20 years and makes homeownership more accessible.
US home prices slowed in August at the fastest pace on record
Mortgage rates that have doubled over the past year are sapping demand from the housing market, which saw price growth decelerate at the fastest pace on record in August.
FHFA to eliminate G-fees for some homebuyers
At the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) conference on Monday, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced the elimination of added mortgage fees for some borrowers. Here's what that means for you.
Inflation to remain high through 2024, recession on its way: MBA forecast
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) released its economic forecast at its conference in Nashville on Sunday, saying that high inflation is likely to continue and a recession is looming.
Today’s 20-, 30-year mortgage refinance rates hit lowest levels in four days | Oct. 24, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 24, 2022, which are mixed from last Friday.
Savings window opens: 30-year mortgage rates tumble to 7% | Oct. 24, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 24, 2022, which are mixed from last Friday.
Today’s best mortgage deal? Look to shorter terms to save | Oct. 21, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 21, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.