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Mortgage rates have increased for the past six weeks— here’s why
Consumers have been eagerly awaiting interest rate cuts for several years, hoping the cuts would translate to a reduction in mortgage rates. When the Fed finally slashed interest rates by 0.5% in September,
What the Latest Fed Rate Cut Means for Mortgage Interest Rates
When the Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate by half a percentage point in September, it wasn't a particularly surprising move. At that point, the Fed was expected to make its first rate cut of the year in response to cooling inflation.
Mortgage rates inch closer to 7% after Fed rate cut and Trump’s win
Despite the increase in rates, some home buyers were returning to the market, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. The market composite index — a measure of mortgage a
US Mortgage Rates Rose Again in Week After Trump’s Victory
US mortgage rates continued to rise, building on a recent run-up after Donald Trump won the presidential election.
What Fed’s latest rate drop means for your mortgage, credit cards, retirement and more
When the Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate, the decision begins to ripple outwards, affecting everyone from credit card holders to car buyers to corporations. Reset talks with a personal finance expert about what you need to know about the recent rate cut as well as tips for saving for retirement in today’s economy.
Mortgage Rates Hold Near 7%
Mortgage rates held near 7%. The average rate on the standard 30-year fixed mortgage edged lower to 6.78%, according to a ...
Why one economist says Elon Musk could hold the key to lower mortgage rates
Could Elon Musk hold the key to lower mortgage rates?  Home sales are at multi-decade lows due to high home prices and 7% ...
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Why 2% Mortgage Rates Are a Thing of the Past
Mortgage rates, while still elevated, have fallen into the 6% to 7% range and should continue easing at a slow pace. But the ...
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Today’s 30-year mortgage interest rates rise to 6.99% while 15-year terms stay at 6.25%
Thinking about taking out a mortgage loan? Current mortgage rates rise to 6.99% for 30-year terms, while 15-year terms ...
Mortgage Rates Today, Nov. 14: Median Rate Rises to 6.99%
The current median interest rate is 6.99% for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage and 6.25% for a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage ...
One of the Most Popular College Majors Has One of Highest Rates of Depression
One of the most popular college majors saw some of the highest growing rates of depression, according to a recent survey from ...
Trump’s economic agenda for his second term is clouding the outlook for mortgage rates
Homebuilding sector analysts at Raymond James and Associates see mortgage rates remaining “higher for longer,” given the ...
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Inflation's up again. Here's what it could mean for mortgage interest rates.
This uptick underscores the challenges facing the Federal Reserve, which began easing interest rates in September in ...
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See how much Grand Rapids-area water, sewer rates are set to increase in 2025
The city is considering increasing its water rates by an average of 2.8% and its sewer service rates by an average of ...
High rates of preterm birth and infant deaths get the US another D+ grade: ‘It’s a travesty’
Being rushed to a hospital nearly two hours away, in the middle of a dangerous spring storm – with fear in her heart and ...
Inflation ticked up in October, CPI report shows. What happens next with interest rates?
Forecasters had expected lingering inflation in October. How will the new numbers affect the next Federal Reserve decision on ...