Hidden costs of homeownership jump, tightening the squeeze on buyers
Hidden homeownership costs hit nearly $16,000 annually nationwide as the housing affordability crisis deepens, with maintenance and insurance driving expenses higher.
Bill Ackman to unveil plan for mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac this week
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman will unveil a new proposal next week for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to help the Trump administration maximize taxpayer value.
Portable mortgages explained: What they are and how they work
The Trump administration is "actively evaluating" portable mortgages to help homeowners keep low rates as home prices remains elevated.
Mortgage rates tick higher for second straight week
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.24%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.22%.
Trump's 50-year mortgage may burden Americans with more debt, experts say
Trump proposes 50-year mortgages to ease housing costs, but experts say the plan won't solve America's fundamental supply and demand housing crisis.
How VA loans help veterans achieve the American dream
VA home loans provide veterans lifetime benefits, including no-down-payment requirements, competitive rates, and reusable guarantees for purchases and refinancing options.
Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal: What would it mean for homebuyers?
President Donald Trump proposed 50-year mortgages to boost homeownership access, but experts warn of higher cumulative interest costs and worsened affordability for buyers.
US household debt hits a new record, NY Fed finds
American household debt reached a record $18.59 trillion in the third quarter of 2025, rising $197 billion, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's latest report.
Bessent says US housing market in 'recession' due to Federal Reserve interest rate policies
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. housing market is in a recession due to high interest rates, and repeated his call for Fed cuts to lower mortgage rates.
Is now the right time to get a mortgage – or should you wait until December?
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the second time this year, but Chair Jerome Powell signaled a December cut isn't guaranteed, leaving mortgage timing unpredictable.
Mortgage rates fall for fourth consecutive week, lowest level in over a year
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.17%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.19%.
Venmo to roll out rent, mortgage, retail payment feature in 'first-of-its-kind' partnership
PayPal is expanding Venmo’s capabilities in 2026, allowing users to pay rent, mortgages and retail merchants through a new partnership with Bilt Rewards.
Mortgage rates drop to lowest level in over a year as buyers regain leverage
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.19%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.27%.
Mortgage rates fall for second straight week as shutdown, economic uncertainty weigh
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.27%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.3%.
How homeowners can earn rewards points for paying their mortgage
Bilt CEO Ankur Jain announced on Tuesday the company's partnership with the nation's largest mortgage lender, United Wholesale Mortgage.
Mortgage rates fall for first time in 3 weeks
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.3%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.34%.
Why are mortgage rates increasing despite a rate cut from the Fed?
Mortgage rates are climbing for the second week in a row, even after the Federal Reserve’s first rate cut in nearly a year — highlighting how a range of factors drive rates on home loans.
Mortgage rates climb for second straight week
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.34%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.3%.
Nearly 1 in 5 American homes slash prices as buyers gain upper hand in shifting market
Home price reductions reached 19.9% of listings in September, with Denver, Portland and Indianapolis leading major metros in seller markdowns.
Mortgage rates rise for first time since July
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.3%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.26%.