Inflation slowed in November after peaking earlier this fall. Hereās what that means for mortgage rates and what homebuyers should watch next.
Published on 12/18/2025
The Fed cut rates by 0.25% and ended quantitative tightening, but the real story for the average 30-year fixed is in the dot plot and Powellās comments. Hereās what that means for mortgage rates and homebuyers.
Published on 12/10/2025
Mortgage rates bounced around but stayed in a tight range near the low 6% area this week, while purchase applications hit their highest level since early 2023 and refinance demand more than doubled compared to last year. Hereās what that means if youāre thinking about buying or refinancing.
Published on 12/06/2025
Stronger jobless-claims and durable-goods data from last week pushed the average 30-year fixed slightly higher, but mortgage rates are still near recent lows. Hereās what that means for buyers and homeowners
Published on 12/01/2025
Mortgage rates held steady after a mixed jobs report, with unemployment rising and job growth coming in stronger than expected. Learn what this means for homebuyers and what to watch next.
Published on 11/21/2025
The Trump administration says itās exploring 50-year mortgage options to help with affordability. Learn what this could mean for homebuyers, monthly payments, and long-term costs.
Published on 11/11/2025
Fannie Maeās new credit score policy lets lenders use automated approvals even for borrowers below 620. Hereās what that means for homebuyers who thought they couldnāt qualify.
Published on 11/08/2025
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is hovering near 3-year lows as bond markets hold steady amid limited economic data. Learn why rates remain low and what could move them next.
Published on 10/22/2025
A new Realtor.com survey reveals that 1 in 5 Gen Z adults say housing affordability is their top life concern. Learn how young buyers are adapting, saving, and staying determined to achieve homeownership.
Published on 10/15/2025
On October 9, 2025, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate edged slightly higher to 6.38% after a weaker 30-year Treasury auction and mild MBS underperformance. Rates remain stable within a narrow range as the government shutdown continues.
Published on 10/10/2025
On October 1, 2025, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate held at 6.37% after weak private payroll data. Bigger shifts may follow when the delayed government jobs report is released.
Published on 10/01/2025
Affordability is finally improving this fall thanks to lower average 30-year fixed mortgage rates, slower home price growth, and rising wages. Learn why now could be the right time to buy.
Published on 09/26/2025
After touching yearly lows early in the week, the average 30-year fixed rose following the Fedās rate cutāthanks to the dot plot and Powellās comments. Still, mortgage applications just saw their biggest weekly jump since 2021 as homeowners reacted to earlier rate declines. Hereās what it means for buyers and homeowners.
Published on 09/19/2025
The average 30-year fixed is holding near the lowest levels since October 2024 after a weak jobs report and cooler inflation. Hereās whyāand what to watch at next weekās Fed meeting.
Published on 09/12/2025
Mortgage rates are holding near 10-month lowsābut donāt assume theyāll stay there. Learn why rates move, what drives them, and what smart buyers and homeowners should do next.
Published on 09/03/2025
After Powell's Jackson Hole speech, mortgage rates hit their lowest levels since Oct 2024. But donāt get too comfortableāmore movement could be coming after Fridayās inflation data and next week's jobs report.
Published on 08/27/2025
Mortgage rates stayed mostly flat this week, holding near 10-month lows. Hereās what happened from August 18ā20 and why upcoming economic data could shake things up.
Published on 08/20/2025
Mortgage rates are holding near 10-month lows after early Augustās jobs report and mixed inflation data. Hereās what homebuyers and homeowners need to know.
Published on 08/14/2025
Mortgage rates just hit their lowest levels since October 2024 following a big shift in the bond market. Hereās why it matters for homebuyers and homeowners.
Published on 08/05/2025
Confused by the housing market? You're not alone. Here's why the market feels hot and cold at the same timeāand what it means for you as a homebuyer.
Published on 07/30/2025
