You 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 10-year treasury yield. Here’s why. The Link […]
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If you’ve been watching from the sidelines, now’s the time to lean in. It’s officially the best time to buy this year. According to Realtor.com, this October will have the most buyer-friendly conditions of any month in 2025: “By mid-October, buyers across much of the country may finally find the combination of inventory, pricing, and
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A recent survey from Bank of America asked would-be homebuyers what would help them feel better about making a move, and it’s no surprise the answers have a clear theme. They want affordability to improve, specifically prices and rates (see below): Here’s the good news. While the broader economy may still feel uncertain, there are
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If you’re planning to buy a home this year, there’s one expense you can’t afford to overlook: closing costs. Almost every buyer knows they exist, but not that many know exactly what they cover, or how different they can be based on where you’re buying. So, let’s break them down. What Are Closing Costs? Your
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Confused why mortgage rates rose after the Fed cut? Learn what’s driving today’s housing market, when’s the best time to buy, and what it means for you.
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If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here’s a trend worth paying attention to: More homeowners are buying their next house outright, without taking on a new mortgage. And, if you’ve owned your home for a while, you may be able to do
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There’s a new divide in housing right now. In some states, buyers are gaining ground. In others, sellers still have the upper hand. It all depends on where you live. Curious what’s happening in your state? These 3 maps show how the split is playing out across the country. In each one: Darker Shades of
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For 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 there’s some encouraging news. If you’ve been waiting for
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Mortgage Rates Drop: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers in 2025 Mortgage rates just hit their lowest point since October 2024, and buyer demand is jumping. The Mortgage Bankers Association reports purchase applications up 23% year over year, creating a real window of opportunity for both buyers and sellers. In this video, I break
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The Federal Reserve just announced the first interest rate cut of 2025, and the housing market is already reacting. Mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest levels in a year and are now only 0.25% away from reaching a 3-year low. This shift could be a turning point for both homebuyers and sellers looking to
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