Mortgage Rates Only Modestly Higher Despite Bond Market Weakness

Weakness in the bond market generally means higher mortgage rates. Today was no exception. A key economic report on the manufacturing sector was much stronger than expected. Bonds lost ground as a result and mortgage lenders were forced to set rates higher than Friday's latest levels. But the caveat

Homeownership Still Defines the American Dream

A new NAR survey highlights how affordability pressures, limited supply and reduced mobility are shaping buyer, owner and renter sentiment nationwide.

VA Home Loans Help Vets Build Long-Term Stability

A home loan from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs help buyers purchase with no down payment, avoid PMI and start building equity from day one.

What to Watch After the Fed Hit Pause on Rates

Even without interest rate cuts, mortgage rates can shift with economic outlooks. Lower rates may help buyers, though supply constraints could keep prices elevated.