Mortgage Rates Decrease Slightly; Little Movement in Recent Weeks
A cooling labor market reported this week with unemployment rising slightly, while in line with expectations, did little to move ...
Tag: Housing Affordability
Affordability: Guiding Buyers on Financial Pitfalls Before They Get Overextended
There are all kinds of numbers available for people to ponder as they set on the path to homeownership. Every ...
Following Last Interest Rate Cut of the Year, Mortgage Applications Decrease This Week
With the last FOMC meeting and interest rate cuts of the year in the rear-view mirror, combined with typical holiday ...
NAR Report: Home-Purchase Affordability Relatively Stable in October
As 2025 comes to a close, affordability has stabilized somewhat for many homebuyers, according to the latest National Association of ...
Mortgage Rates Tick Up but Remain Near 2025 Lows
As we head into 2026, mortgage rates are expected to remain in line with today’s rates, which, while not the ...
Lock-In Effect ‘Trapping’ Homeowners, Preventing Moves: Report
The lock-in effect—the gap between existing mortgage payments and the cost of financing a home today—continues to widely affect housing ...
Mortgage Applications Remain Ahead of Last Year as Market Shows Gradual Improvement
Home purchase application activity continues to fluctuate with an increase this past week but mortgage watchers say the bigger picture ...
Delistings Rise as Buyers Seek ‘Refuge Markets’
Delistings are rising as sellers are pulling back from the market in response to a lack of offers from buyers, ...
Slow Price Growth and Mortgage-Rate Drops Forecast for 2026 Housing Market
This year is on track to end with a slower than average housing market, but will 2026 kick real estate ...
Mortgage Rates Improve Again, Pointing to More Affordable 2026
Mortgage rates improved for the second straight week according to new Freddie Mac data, showing a continued lean toward a ...
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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