Mortgage rates rise, may reverse a recovering housing market: Freddie Mac
Mortgage rates increased once again this week after rates in the beginning of the year raised optimism for a recovering housing market. But you can still find the right deal by shopping around.
Can you get a home equity loan with bad credit — and should you?
Even with bad credit, a home equity loan could help consolidate high-interest debts, make home improvements or fund another big-ticket item. But there are pros and cons to consider.
Mortgage rates climb for a straight fourth week on sustained economic growth and continued inflation
Persistent inflation has left lenders pessimistic about future interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, leading some issuers to write mortgages at higher risk premiums.
US home prices could plunge 20% amid risk of 'deep' housing slide, Fed economist warns
Dallas Federal Reserve economists warned this week that the U.S. housing market could face a steep drop in prices as the result of higher mortgage rates.
Today's 15-year mortgage rates offer best opportunity for interest savings | March 2, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for March 2, 2023, which are largely up from yesterday.
Britney Spears sells Calabasas mansion for $10 million to all-cash buyer
Britney Spears sold the 7-bedroom home she purchased with husband Sam Asghari in 2022. The 11,000-square-foot mansion is situated behind private, guarded gates.
Economy, job market among nation’s most pressing issues, say concerned Americans
People in Austin, Texas, identified what they believed to be the most pressing issues facing America currently, with over half of people pointing to the economy
Near 30-year mortgage demand low is part of a 'weird' real estate market standoff: Mauricio Umansky
The Agency CEO Mauricio Umansky discusses the real estate sector as mortgage rates hit a 28-year low, down 5.7%.
Wall Street's affection for celebrity CEOs put stock market in dangerous territory: George Gammon
Real estate investor George Gammon and Wealth Enhancement Group SVP Nicole Webb discuss how the rise of the celebrity CEO is affecting investors on 'Making Money.'
US economy is in a recession that's likely to get worse: Bob Nardelli
Former Home Depot CEO Bob Nardelli analyzes the state of retail and the strength of the U.S. economy on 'The Big Money Show.'
Today's standout mortgage deal? 15-year rates fall to 6.25% | March 1, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for March 1, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Bob Saget's former Los Angeles home sells for $5.4M
Late actor and comedian Bob Saget's Los Angeles home recently sold for $5.4 million. Saget bought the 6,608-square-foot home with six bedrooms in 2003.
Amazon employees will be able to use stock as collateral for home loans
Amazon historically has given less cash compensation to employees than its big-tech peers and tried to make up the difference with restricted stock units.
This city named 'happiest' in America for third consecutive year: report
A California city was named the happiest in America for the third consecutive year, according to a new WalletHub report. Two other cities in the state were in the top five.
Lower mortgage rates are helping the housing market recover: Redfin
Recent drops in mortgage rates and other factors have shown evidence of a housing market recovery into 2023, according by Redfin. Here’s how you can compare mortgage offers and find the rate that’s right for you.
Housing market surprisingly 'strong and rebounding': Ara Hovnanian
Hovnanian president and CEO Ara Hovnanian analyzes the housing market after existing home sales slowed more than expected in December on 'Cavuto: Coast to Coast.'
Today's mortgage rates rest across all terms | Feb. 28, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Feb. 28, 2023, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Is the US housing market in a recession?
Marcus and Millichap CEO Hessam Nadji discusses volatility in the current housing market, apartment rent rates falling and the expected Case-Shiller 20-city index data.
Inflation is why some homeowners don't have enough insurance to cover a disaster: Survey
U.S. homeowners could be at risk of having inadequate home insurance coverage because most failed to check and update their policies to account for inflation and rising costs, a Policygenius survey said.
Home sales jump for month but headwinds remain
Signed contracts to buy previously owned homes rose for the second month in a row in January, but pending transactions remain down by 24.1% year-over-year.