Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates inched higher yesterday. But they edged lower over the whole week. Finally, they caught a break, though it was too small a […] Continue reading
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Mortgage and refinance rates today, April 29, 2022
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates rose appreciably yesterday, bouncing back toward their highest level since 2009. Don’t believe Freddie Mac’s claim that mortgage rates inched lower over […] Continue reading
10 States Where the Middle Class Lives Comfortably
Affordable housing and strong job markets give these states a financial advantage. Continue reading….
Google Will Hide Some Personal Info
By enhancing users’ privacy, the search giant hopes to improve protection from fraud and other harm. Continue reading….
Mortgage Rates Average 5.10% This Week
The figure is essentially flat from last week, but home shoppers are still concerned about increases. Continue reading….
65% of Buyers Would Make Offer Within 3 Days
To support the purchase, buyers say they’d make a variety of financial and lifestyle compromises. Continue reading….
Mortgage Payment Nearly 50% Above a Year Ago
Higher rates and home prices have added $580 to a buyer’s monthly expenses. Continue reading….
Mortgage and refinance rates today, April 27, 2022
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates Average mortgage rates fell again yesterday, though by a much smaller amount than on Monday. And they’re now very close to where they were last […] Continue reading
Why we “desperately need” higher mortgage rates: Expert Q&A
Housing analyst Logan Mohtashami explains how high mortgage rates will go in 2022 and why rising rates are good for buyers. Continue reading
Credit score needed to refinance: Rules by loan type
You don’t need a perfect credit score to refinance. Here are the credit scores needed to refinance with each major loan type. Continue reading