Fed Holds Rates Steady. What Homebuyers Need to Know
The Fed held rates steady, but mortgage rates are affected by broader economic factors.
Would a 50-Year Mortgage Be Affordable?
50-year mortgages would exchange a lower monthly payment for significantly more interest over the life of the loan.
How Does the Fed Affect Mortgage Rates?
Learn more about what affects mortgage rates beyond the Fed.
Can You Use a 401(k) to Buy a House?
A proposal would let buyers use their 401(k) to buy a home, but whether or not that's a good idea depends on both the economy and your long-term situation.
Fed Holds Rates Steady. What Homebuyers Need to Know
The Fed's decision to hold rates steady is unlikely to directly affect mortgage rates, which move more with underlying economic factors.
Trump Wants to Buy $200 Billion in Mortgage Bonds. What Does that Mean for Rates?
Timing is everything with the proposal to buy mortgage-backed securities.
Could a Ban on Institutional Investors Make Homes More Affordable?
Exactly what a ban on institutional investors could mean depends heavily on the local market.