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Experts: Mortgage rates won’t rise much more — but also won’t go down any time soon
The sharp rise in mortgage rates raises a new question: How much higher could they go?
3 min read Oct 20, 2023 -
Mortgage rates reach 8%, a first since 2000
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate touched 8 percent on Oct. 19, according to Bankrate data.
3 min read Oct 19, 2023 -
What is a mortgage commitment letter and how does it help buy a home?
It means you’ve got financing to buy a home — probably. But it’s far from a done deal.
8 min read Apr 30, 2024 -
Largest mortgage lenders raise jumbo loan cutoff ahead of new 2024 limits
The largest mortgage lenders have raised the ceiling on conforming loans.
2 min read Oct 11, 2023 -
Mortgage and real estate news: 8% rates on the horizon
Top mortgage and real estate news of the week
1 min read Feb 01, 2024 -
Mortgage rate forecast October 2023: Higher for longer
Don’t expect mortgage rates to depart from the current trend, experts say.
3 min read Oct 19, 2023 -
No affordable mortgages? This startup could help you take the seller’s loan instead
What if you could buy a home today, but lock in a mortgage rate from 2021?
4 min read Sep 25, 2023 -
Mortgage rate forecast September 2023: More volatility until the Fed weighs in
The mortgage rate picture is blurrier than ever. Where do they go from here?
3 min read Aug 31, 2023 -
In a one-two punch for buyers, home prices rise as mortgage rates soar
Home prices keep trending down, but buyers still can’t afford them.
3 min read Aug 23, 2023 -
Should you borrow from your builder? A guide to construction loans, homebuilder financing and preferred lenders
It could mean discounts and perks, but also higher interest rates and fees.
7 min read Oct 25, 2023