Rather, mortgage rate trends often precede policy moves by the central bank. More accurately, mortgage rates reflect investor demand for mortgage-backed securities (MBS). These investments ...

After surging in April to a 2025 high, mortgage rates plunged and then have inched up only slightly from that low. Here's ...

Today’s mortgage rates rose again, with 30-year fixed loans now at 6.85%. Here's what’s driving the increase and what buyers ...

When the Fed raises interest rates to control inflation, mortgage rates may increase as well. Housing Market Trends: Supply and demand dynamics in the housing market can also influence ...

Mortgage rates rose in the past week, but they remain relatively stable and are unlikely to further constraint housing ...

"Looking ahead, the Fed’s wait-and-see approach is likely to keep mortgage rates at a high-6% in the near term, unless major ...

US new home sales rose by nearly 11% in April, as opposed to the 4% decline that economists were expecting and homebuyers showing some resiliency despite elevated mortgage rates. Kristopher Tramont, ...

“When it comes to mortgage rates and inflation, beyond the usual impact of monetary policy and natural inflation trends, we may see additional inflationary pressure from potential tariffs on maj ...

Mortgage rates are still high and prices remain elevated—is it still a good time to buy a home? Experts weigh in on what ...

Moody’s decision to join other major ratings agencies in downgrading the U.S.’s once-pristine credit rating could have a tangible impact on Americans’ wallets. The agency has dropped the U.S.