The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.22% as of August 11, according to data released by Freddie Mac on Thursday — up 23 basis points from the previous week. One basis Read more
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Mortgage rates tick back above 5%, another challenge for first-time home buyers
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.22% as of August 11, according to data released by Freddie Mac on Thursday — up 23 basis points from the previous week. One basis Read more
Opinion: I was CEO of one of the largest U.S. mortgage lenders: This move would lower the cost of buying a home.
It’s a difficult time to shop for a new home. The cost of a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has declined recently but is still hovering around 5% — almost double the Read more
Think you can’t buy a house if you are an older adult, or self-employed? It might be possible.
I wanted to buy a house of my own. After several years filled with changes in location, finances, relationships, and goals, I was ready to settle down, stop renting, and Read more
Mortgage rates drop to lowest level since April amid ‘high uncertainty’
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 4.99% as of August 4, according to data released by Freddie Mac on Thursday. That’s down 31 basis points from the previous week — one basis point Read more
Mortgage rates drop as ‘high uncertainty’ creates volatility
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 4.99% as of August 4, according to data released by Freddie Mac on Thursday. That’s down 31 basis points from the previous week — one basis point Read more
Opinion: The solution to China’s giant mortgage crisis is obvious — except to Beijing
China’s ongoing housing mortgage crisis will end up being much more significant than just the Evergrande default a year ago. This is largely because of the scale of the problem and the Read more
FHA loan requirements, limits and rates for 2022
What you need to know now about FHA loans. Getty Images/iStockphoto Many people looking for an affordable mortgage — especially buyers who might not have a lot of savings for Read more
I want to refinance my mortgage, but I’m about to turn 70. Is it wise to refinance at my time of life?
I hope you can help me figure this out. I am 69 years old and will turn 70 at the end of the month. I’ve been offered a cash out Read more
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