Inflation Hits New Lows as 2026 Outlook Brightens
January appears to be looking up in terms of inflation as the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics...
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Jobs Report Sees ‘Modest’ Improvement, With 2026 Rate Cuts in Flux
On the heels of the decision from the Federal Reserve’s Open Market Committee (FOMC) to hold interest rates steady, the...
Household Mobility Hits All-Time Low, With Fears of ‘Entrenched’ Barriers
Along with low interest rates and the infusion of money from federal stimulus, one of the factors that drove the...
Fed Governor Lisa Cook Addresses Gap Between Economic Performance and Sentiment
At the January Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, the Federal Reserve chose to keep interest rates unchanged. Both Fed...
Fed Governor Predicts Three Rate Cuts to Come in 2026
At the January Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, the Federal Reserve chose to keep interest rates unchanged. Recent monetary...
Mixed Mortgage Message: Prepayments Tick Up on Refi Rush While FHA Foreclosure Activity Surges
Lower mortgage rates at the end of 2025 prompted a refinance rush among current homeowners, helping boost prepayment rates to...
Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged After Ending 2025 With Three Straight Cuts
Above, Fed Chair Jerome Powell The Federal Reserve has announced its interest rates will remain unchanged during its Jan. 28...
Consumer Confidence Falls to Lowest Point in Over a Decade
The optimism of a new year does not seem to have brought a boost to U.S. consumer confidence—quite the opposite,...
Consumer Sentiment Continues to Improve in 2026; Expectations for the Year Looking Positive
Consumer sentiment showed minor improvements as the first month of 2026 nears its close, with expectations toward the future looking...
Inflation Largely Unchanged in Delayed Personal Consumption Report
The Federal Reserve is reportedly split when it comes to further interest rate cuts in 2026, operating with a “wait-and-see”...
How to Host a Successful Open House in Winter
The winter months create some unique challenges for holding an open house, and preparation for these cold or snowy days is important for success. Read more.
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