Inside the World of Smart Home Devices

Smart thermostats, appliances, lighting, and digital assistants make home automation easy, letting you control temperature, lights, and more remotely.

Mortgage Rates HIGHER (Not Lower) After Fed Rate Cut

Several things happen on Fed Day--especially on the 4 out of 8 examples with updated rate forecasts from Fed members.  The official announcement of a rate cut is typically the least important aspect.  In fact, it is usually entirely unimportant in terms of its impact on mortgage rates. Ins

Fed Cuts Rates, Signals Two More in 2025

The Federal Reserve cut its key rate to 4.1% and projected two more cuts this year as job growth slows and unemployment ticks higher.

August Housing Starts Slip Amid Cost Challenges

U.S. housing starts fell 8.5% as affordability slowed single-family construction, but lower interest rates may boost future building.