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Mortgage Rates

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  1. Myth vs. Reality: Does the Fed Control Mortgage Rates?You’ve probably heard the Federal Reserve (the Fed) is raising rates again. And if you’re planning to buy or sell a house, you may be wondering what that means for you. With all the headlines, it’s easy to think the Fed sets mortgage…
  2. What Higher Mortgage Rates Mean for Home Sellers
  3. The Mortgage Rate You See Online Isn’t Necessarily the One You’d GetDiscover why the mortgage rates you see online may differ from your actual rate. Learn how to calculate your real mortgage rate today.
  4. The Mortgage Rate You See Online Isn’t Necessarily the One You’d Get.You may have seen the headlines saying mortgage rates have climbed to the highest point since January 2025. And if that’s left you reluctant to buy a home, here’s what you need to remember… That’s not necessarily the number you’d get. It’s…
  5. 3 Things You Can Actually Control About Your Mortgage Rate Right NowDiscover how to influence your mortgage rate with tips on credit scores, loan options, and choosing newly built homes for better rates in this video.
  6. 3 Things You Can Actually Control About Your Mortgage Rate Right NowIf you’re trying to buy a home, affordability is probably what keeps you up at night. And as you watch mortgage rates tick up again lately, it’s fair to wonder if you should just hit pause and wait for them to go down. For now, though,…
  7. Higher Rates Could Actually Help Housing Supply, Here’s How.You may have heard the number of homes for sale isn’t growing like it was. And maybe that has you worried you won’t find a home you love when it’s time to make your move. But that may be about to change. Here’s why your pool of options may…
  8. Homebuyers: Patience, Not Panic, Is KeyHome inventory is up slightly, but don’t panic. Mortgage rates remain high, impacting affordability. Buyer demand is softening. Small shifts mean opportunities for prepared buyers. Watch the trend.
  9. Higher Rates Could Actually Help Housing Supply, Here’s How.You may have heard the number of homes for sale isn’t growing like it was. And maybe that has you worried you won’t find a home you love when it’s time to make your move. But that may be about to change. Here’s why your pool of options may…
  10. Here’s Why Mortgage Rates Are What They Are Right NowIf you’re waiting for mortgage rates to fall a lot before you buy, you may be waiting a while. But before you get discouraged, there’s a number working behind the scenes that’s actually good for you right now. It’s called the spread, and…
  11. Understanding Current Mobile Home Mortgage Rates: Essential Insights for HomebuyersMobile homes, often referred to as manufactured homes, have gained significant popularity as an affordable housing option. They offer flexibility and a lower…
  12. Mortgage Rates Soar- While Housing Demand Stays StrongMortgage Rates Soar, Why Housing Demand Stays Strong This video will explain. #MortgageRates #HousingDemand #RealEstatewithMrG Watch video
  13. Mortgage Rates Should Be 7%, The Hidden Reason They Aren’t.This Video will explain why.
  14. Rates Are the Lowest They’ve Been in the Last 3 Spring SeasonsLately, mortgage rates have been a bit volatile. And that may have made you second guess your move. But here’s something to put it all into perspective. Even now, rates are the lowest they’ve been in the last 3 Spring seasons. So, if you…
  15. NAR thought home sales would spike this year. Not anymore, thanks to volatile mortgage ratesNAR will revise its bullish 14% sales jump as a result of market reaction to Trump’s war in Iran by Taylor Anderson (INMAN) Read entire article at: Realtors Expected Home Sales to Jump This Year. Not Anymore | Inman Real Estate News
  16. Mortgage rates now closer to 7% than 6% as the Iran war escalatesArticle from HousingWire, March 26, 2026 Concise summary Detailed summary Read entire article at: Mortgage rates now closer to 7% than 6% as the Iran war escalates
  17. You Can’t Control What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates. But You Can Control This.Mortgage rates have been volatile lately. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make it harder to plan. But there are still things you can do to get the best rate possible in today’s market. It starts with having the right…
  18. Should You Wait for Lower Rates?
  19. Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage RatesMortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet…
  20. Why Experts Say Mortgage Rates Should Ease Over the Next YearYou want mortgage rates to fall, and they’ve started to. But is it going to last? And how low will they go? Experts say there’s room for rates to come down even more over the next year. And one of the leading indicators to watch is the…
  21. 3 Reasons Affordability Is Showing Signs of Improvement This FallFor the past couple of years, it’s been tough for a lot of homebuyers to make the numbers work. Home prices shot up. Mortgage rates too. And a number of people hit pause because it just didn’t feel possible. Maybe you were one of them. But…
  22. Lower Rates Equals Stronger Demand GraphBuyer demand is finally climbing again. Why? Mortgage rates just dipped to their lowest level since last October and that was enough for some buyers to jump back in. If you’ve been waiting to move, or your listing didn’t sell earlier this…
  23. What a Fed Rate Cut Could Mean for Mortgage RatesThe Federal Reserve (the Fed) meets this week, and expectations are high that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate. But does that mean mortgage rates will drop? Let’s clear up the confusion. The Fed Doesn’t Directly Set Mortgage Rates Right…
  24. Mortgage Rates Just Saw Their Biggest Drop in a YearYou’ve been waiting for what feels like forever for mortgage rates to finally budge. And last week, they did, in a big way. On Friday, September 5th, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to the lowest level since October 2024. It…
  25. How Changing Rates Impact Your Monthly PaymentEven a small shift in mortgage rates can make a big difference in your monthly payment. Want to stay on top of rate changes and what do they mean for your budget? Let’s connect.
  26. Even a Small Change in Rates Can Lower Your Monthly Payment ChartOver the past few weeks, mortgage rates hit their lowest point of the year, and it was big news. So, what you need to know if you’re buying a home is, whenever these shifts happen (whether they’re now or later), even a small change in…
  27. Why 6% mortgage rates will reignite the housing marketWonderful Article from Housing Wire.
  28. The Latest Mortgage Rate Forecasts [INFOGRAPHIC]If you’re tempted to delay your move in hope that mortgage rates will come down, you may want to rethink that strategy based on the latest forecast. Experts say mortgage rates are projected to stay in the 6s this year. So don’t expect a…
  29. Mortgage Rates Are Stabilizing, How That Helps Today’s BuyersOver the past few years, affordability has been the biggest challenge for homebuyers. Between rapidly rising home prices and higher mortgage rates, many have felt stuck between a rock and a hard place. But, something pretty encouraging is…
  30. Locked In, Shut Out: The Real Cost of Mortgage Rate Traps in Today’s Housing MarketImage via Pixels, Article submitted by Alice Robertson at tidyhome.info The American homeowner once viewed a low-interest mortgage as a golden ticket, protection against market volatility and a pathway to financial security. But in the era…

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