Interest rates expected to rise in January, expert says
Interest rates are expected to increase in January, according to one expert. Here's why he says homeowners should refinance now.
What is a mortgage origination fee and do I have to pay it?
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you might not be prepared to pay a loan origination fee. Learn more about this fee and if you can avoid paying it.
Real estate market in 2022 will ‘remain very strong,' expert says
Compass Executive Vice President Mike Aubrey argued that 2022 will still experience a “really good real estate market,” but acknowledged that the “frenzy of 2021” likely won't continue.
Real estate expert on 2022 trends
Compass Executive Vice President Mike Aubrey argues the market will remain 'very strong' in 2022 despite expected rising rates and low inventory.
Average home insurance rates are rising faster than inflation — and they're not likely to slow down
Average home insurance costs rose 11.4% between 2017 and 2020, outpacing inflation and driving up the price of homeownership for Americans across the country.
Real estate expert on 2022 trends: Market will stay 'very strong'
Compass Executive Vice President Mike Aubrey argues 2022 will still experience a 'really good real estate market,' but acknowledges that the 'frenzy of 2021' likely won't happen again.
Today's mortgage rates slip lower for 30- and 20-year terms | Jan. 5, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 5, 2022, which are a mixed bag compared to yesterday.
30-year refinance rate edges down: Is today the day to refinance? | Jan. 5, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Jan. 5, 2022, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Mortgage rates rise as omicron fears ease, but remain at historic lows
Mortgage rates began climbing once again as fears eased over the COVID-19 omicron variant. But here's why one expert says that's good news for homebuyers.
Mortgage demand in 2022 may hit record even as rates rise
Overall demand for mortgage applications fell 2.7% in the final two weeks of the year, according to the weekly survey from the Mortgage Banker's Association.
What the Fed's new economic policy means for mortgage rates
Mortgage rate predictions have changed after the latest Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting last week. Here's what you need to know.
Foreclosure activity falling but still sees annual increase, data shows
Foreclosure activity fell slightly in November but remained significantly higher than in 2020. However, economists explain why the data is encouraging.
We survived the 2006 housing crash but are struggling with a 5/1 ARM — where can we get a refinance mortgage?
The Credible Money Coach discusses options for refinancing an adjustable-rate mortgage.
Today's mortgage rates surge: Buyers should act ahead of further increases | Jan. 4, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 4, 2022, which are trending up from yesterday.
Refinance rates rise: 20- and 15-year terms emerge as best bargains | Jan. 4, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Jan. 4, 2022, which are up from yesterday.
Home prices surge more than 19% in October, but rate of increase slows
Home prices rose more than 19% in October, but the pace is decelerating. Homeowners can take advantage of high home values.
AOC is a hypocrite: Florida state rep.
Florida State Rep. Blaise Ingoglia discusses the blue state exodus amid housing prices spike, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez, the proposed bill that allows teachers to be recorded and Florida's handling of COVID.
New year, new low rates: 30-year mortgage rates slide, other rates hold | Jan. 3, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 3, 2022, which are largely unchanged from last week
30-year mortgage refinance rates dip slightly to start 2022 | Jan. 3, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Jan. 3, 2022, which are largely unchanged from last week.
Red-hot housing market fuels mortgage borrowing record
Americans borrowed more than ever to buy homes in 2021.