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The Latest Breaking News from Freddie Mac

Buyers—and sellers—need to prepare for mortgage rates nearing 8% and staying there indefinitely says a prominent chief economist

First American’s Mark Fleming says mortgage rates could get closer to 8%.

Fortune · Oct 19, 2023

Goldman is back with a 16-years-later look at the housing market crash of 2008—and finds affordability is even worse right now

Goldman Sachs economist says it would take a ‘shock to the broader economy’ to make homebuying more affordable.

Fortune · Oct 11, 2023

The average long-term US mortgage rate surges to 7.49%, its highest level since December 2000

The cost of financing a home surged again this week as the average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed to its highest level since December 2000, further dimming the affordability outlook for many would-be homebuyers

The Independent UK · Oct 5, 2023

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Mortgage rates just hit a 22-year high—it'll continue to be a ‘drag on home sales,’ Realtor.com chief economist says

"Longer-term, higher mortgage rates are likely to be a drag on home sales as costs put buying out of reach, causing many households to delay plans to move."

Fortune · Sep 29, 2023

5 Ways to Shop for a Low Mortgage Rate

Mortgage rates are high this year, but you can still find an affordable loan with these tips.

Kiplinger · Sep 8, 2023

3 Bond ETFs That Investors Keep Going Back To

Despite indications of the U.S. economy potentially navigating toward a sought-after soft landing, lingering threats of credit rating downgrades could persevere the market uncertainty moving forward. Against this backdrop, investing in appropriate bond exchange-traded funds (ETFs), such as Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund (BND), First Trust Low Duration Opportunities…

StockNews.com · Aug 22, 2023

Mortgage Rates Jump to Highest Mark in More Than 21 Years

Latest mortgage rates data shows a tough landscape for prospective homebuyers – and sellers.

Kiplinger · Aug 18, 2023

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US Housing Market Faces Affordability Crisis Amid Skyrocketing Mortgage Rates

The housing market in the United States is battling its biggest affordability crisis in almost 40 years.

Zenger · Aug 18, 2023

Average long-term US mortgage rate climbs to highest level in more than 20 years

Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said the average rate on the benchmark 30-year home loan rose to 7.09% — a year ago, the rate averaged 5.13%.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 17, 2023

Average long-term US mortgage rate hits highest level in 2 decades

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate jumped this week to its highest level in 20 years, grim news for would-be homebuyers already facing high home prices caused a lack of supply

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023

Average long-term US mortgage rate climbs to 6.96% this week, matching highest level this year

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose this week to just under 7%, the latest setback for would-be homebuyers already facing affordability challenges due to a housing market limited by a shortage of homes for sale

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023

10 housing markets up the most—and 10 down the most

The best way to describe the housing market over the past year: bifurcated.

Fortune · Aug 5, 2023

Housing market head fake? Boise slips back into correction-mode

Recently published data from Freddie Mac suggests that Boise's spring bounce might indeed be a head fake.

Fortune · Aug 4, 2023

Bond Basics: U.S. Agency Bonds

These investments are close enough to government bonds in terms of safety, but make sure you're aware of the risks.

Kiplinger · Jul 28, 2023

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Reason · Jul 21, 2023

NYC Agrees To Pay $13 Million to Activists Arrested in 2020 Racial Justice Protests

Plus: Twitter subpoenas Elizabeth Warren's communications with the SEC, mortgage rates are starting to fall, and more...

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023

Average long-term US mortgage rate falls to 6.78% this week to lowest level in four weeks

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate slipped this week to the lowest level in four weeks, a boost for house hunters facing a market held back by persistently high prices and a near-historic low number of homes for sale

The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2023

Average long-term US mortgage rate surged to nearly 7% this week to highest level since November

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate climbed this week to just under 7%, the highest level since November and the latest setback for homebuyers already grappling with a tough housing market constrained by a dearth of homes for sale

The Independent UK · Jun 22, 2023

Average long-term US mortgage rate falls to 6.67%, third straight drop since climbing to 2023 high

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate fell for the third time in as many weeks, a welcome boost for homebuyers facing a housing market that’s been held back this year by a tight inventory of homes for sale

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StockNews.com · Jun 22, 2023

3 Real Estate Stocks to Buy in June

While the Fed’s rate hikes curbed appetite for real estate, the industry’s long-term prospects look impressive. So, investors could consider buying quality real estate stocks, Guild Holdings (GHLD), RMR Group (RMR), and AMREP (AXR). Read on.

Axios · Jun 20, 2023

America's housing shortage is keeping home prices high

The shortage has its roots in the financial crisis, and was exacerbated by the pandemic.

The Independent UK · Jun 8, 2023

Boost for homebuyers: Average long-term US mortgage rate eases from 7-month high to 6.71% this week

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate eased back from a seven-month high this week, a welcome change for homebuyers navigating high borrowing costs and heightened competition for relatively few homes for sale

Tribune News Service · May 18, 2023

Latest mortgage news: Rates keep climbing

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates again in early May, and mortgage rates have responded by climbing. The average interest rate on 30-year mortgages rose to 6.66% this week, up from 6.58% last week, according to Bankrate’s national survey of large lenders.

The Independent UK · May 11, 2023

Average long-term US mortgage rate falls to 6.35% this week, lowest level in 5 weeks

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate fell this week to its lowest level in five weeks, welcome news for house hunters looking for an edge as they navigate a housing market constrained by a near-historic low number of homes for sale

Reason · Apr 21, 2023

Borrowers With High Credit Scores Penalized Under New Federal Mortgage Fee Plan

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Axios · Apr 8, 2023

A different kind of mortgage crisis

Banks are retreating from the mortgage market

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