Consumer Sentiment Dips Slightly in March
While economic signs remain strong and experts have a positive outlook, consumer sentiment saw a slight dip in March. The...
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Mortgage Rates Dip for Second Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) continued to decrease this week, from last week’s average of 6.88% to an average of...
Prices Ticked Up in February Overall, Justifying Fed’s Caution on Lowering Rates
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 0.4% in February on a seasonally adjusted basis, after rising 0.3% in January, the...
Mortgage Mix: First-Time Homebuyers Make Headway as Mortgage Market Shifts
Editor’s Note: The Mortgage Mix is RISMedia’s weekly highlight reel of need-to-know mortgage-industry happenings. Watch for it each Friday afternoon....
Mortgage Applications Begin to Thaw for Spring
Mortgage applications increased 9.7% from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications...
Mortgage Rates Continue to Edge Near 7%
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) increased slightly this week, from last week’s average of 6.9% to an average of 6.94%...
Inflation Data Raises Hope for Rate Cuts Despite ‘Wonky’ Blip
No news appears to be good news as far as inflation data goes, with investors celebrating as the Federal Reserve’s...
Mortgage Applications Continue to Slump
Mortgage applications decreased 5.6% from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications...
ICE First Look: January Mortgage Delinquencies Drop to Lowest Level Since October
Good news for homeowners: Mortgage delinquencies are on the decline, dropping to their lowest point since October 2023, according to...
Mortgage Rates Near 7%
Nearing a return to 7% territory, the 30-year-fixed-rate mortgage continued its ascent this week, up to 6.9% from last week’s...
Safe at Home: Holiday Tips That Keep Risks and Hazards to a Minimum
Getting back in touch through emails or notes can provide a subtle reminder that you want to stay connected, as well as providing useful information. Instead of sending a generic Happy Holidays card, why not add helpful holiday safety tips? Read more.
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