Posts Tagged ‘interest rates’
2026: What’s in store for mortgage interest rates?
As we wrapped up 2025, housing affordability was clearly on the White House’s radar. One idea that grabbed headlines was the idea of a 50-year mortgage. While it was widely criticized — mostly because the long-term interest cost would be enormous, and the monthly savings it provided would pale in comparison — it signaled something important:…
Read MoreHousing is still tight. Rates remain stubborn. Why, and what’s next?
Can you believe we’re almost halfway through 2025 already? The first half of this year has been an interesting one for housing, as financial markets try to adapt to a new administration in the White House. Let’s look at the bigger picture to see what may be in store for the rest of 2025 when…
Read MoreOpportunity or Caution? The Latest Twist in Mortgage Rates After Tariff Talks
In our last newsletter, written just after the President announced massive tariffs, we discussed how the economic turmoil that resulted was actually good news for mortgage rates, pushing them down – and fast! For a brief moment, it looked like a tremendous refinance opportunity was on the horizon for many people! Just a quick reminder:…
Read MoreWho really controls interest rates?
Hint: It’s not the President With elections around the corner, there’s a buzz about the economy and housing and what our next President might do about it. But let’s clear up a common misconception: the President doesn’t control interest rates. Sure, their policies matter and can impact the economy, but the real driver behind rate…
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