Category: Financing

This is fantastic news for anyone dreaming of homeownership or looking to refinance: the 30-year fixed mortgage rate has significantly dropped by 45 basis points compared to last year, according to the latest data from Freddie Mac, making buying a …Read more  »

It's been a choppy ride for homeowners looking to refinance their mortgages lately. For the week ending March 13, 2026, we saw a significant 19% drop in mortgage refinance applications. This sharp decline, reported by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), …Read more  »

On Friday, March 20, 2026, owning a home likely felt a little more expensive for many Americans as mortgage rates continued their upward trek. Both Zillow Home Loans and Freddie Mac data show a clear trend: borrowing costs are higher …Read more  »

If you've been thinking about refinancing your mortgage, you're probably not alone in rethinking that strategy right now. My own gut feeling, supported by the latest numbers from the Mortgage Bankers Association, tells me that mortgage refinance demand in the …Read more  »

Well, it looks like the early spring sunshine isn't quite translating into sunshine for homeowners looking to refinance. Today, March 20, 2026, marks a significant bump in mortgage refinance rates, with the popular 30-year fixed refinance rate climbing by a …Read more  »

So, the Federal Reserve just made its big decision on March 18, 2026. They've decided to keep the benchmark interest rate right where it is, sitting between 3.50% and 3.75%. What does this mean for you if you're looking to …Read more  »

If you're thinking about buying a home or refinancing your current mortgage, I know the first thing you look at is the interest rate. On March 19, 2026, we saw a slight tick upwards in mortgage rates. Specifically, according to …Read more  »

Mortgage rates remain one of the biggest factors shaping home affordability in 2026. With mortgage rates hovering near 6% range in 2026, many buyers are wondering whether securing a 4% mortgage rate is still possible. While the average 30-year fixed …Read more  »

In 2026, getting a 4.5% mortgage rate seems nearly impossible for most buyers. For anyone hoping to lower their monthly payment this year, that gap between current rates and the dream rate can feel frustrating. Yet some homebuyers are still …Read more  »