Stronger jobless-claims and durable-goods data from last week pushed the average 30-year fixed slightly higher, but mortgage rates are still near recent lows. Here’s what that means for buyers and homeowners
Published on 12/01/2025
As we head into the final weeks of fall, the housing market continues to show steady activity, giving buyers more clarity and confidence than we’ve seen in recent months. Even though financial markets remain sensitive to economic data, the real estate side of the equation has been moving in a much healthier, more predictable direction.
Published on 11/21/2025
Mortgage rates held steady after a mixed jobs report, with unemployment rising and job growth coming in stronger than expected. Learn what this means for homebuyers and what to watch next.
Published on 11/21/2025
As we move through the fall housing season, the mortgage market continues to show steady, healthy activity—especially on the home-purchase side. Even though the broader financial markets remain sensitive to economic data and seasonal fluctuations, homebuyers are staying active and many are beginning or restarting their search. Here’s a simple breakdown of what happened this week and what it may mean for you if you're thinking about buying, refinancing, or planning a move in the near future.
Published on 11/14/2025
The Trump administration says it’s exploring 50-year mortgage options to help with affordability. Learn what this could mean for homebuyers, monthly payments, and long-term costs.
Published on 11/11/2025
Fannie Mae’s new credit score policy lets lenders use automated approvals even for borrowers below 620. Here’s what that means for homebuyers who thought they couldn’t qualify.
Published on 11/08/2025
As 2025 winds down, housing activity remains steady and all eyes are on next week’s inflation report, which could shape mortgage pricing through year-end. For homebuyers and homeowners, the key is preparation—keeping pre-approvals current, understanding seller concessions, and watching for new opportunities as market conditions evolve. Here’s what to know before the next round of data is released.
Published on 11/07/2025
Mortgage rates dipped, then jumped after the Fed’s cut. A $15B corporate bond sale and stronger economic reports added pressure. Here’s the simple, kid-level way to understand what’s happening and what it means for buyers.
Published on 11/06/2025
This week brought another interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve, and many buyers naturally asked the same question: “If the Fed is cutting, does that mean mortgage rates are going down too?” Surprisingly, mortgage rates moved slightly higher in the days following the announcement. Here’s why.
Published on 10/31/2025
