Category: Financing

As of May 13, 2025, mortgage rates have increased to approximately 6.80%, a slight rise primarily linked to a recent trade agreement between the United States and China which has temporarily paused heightened tariffs on goods traded between the two countries. …Read more  »

The bond market reacted when the US-China 90-Day Tariff Truce was announced. This temporary break in the trade war between the world's two largest economies led investors to become a bit less scared about the future, causing them to sell …Read more  »

Finding the most affordable path to homeownership is a top priority for many. As of today, May 12, 2025, the states offering the lowest 30-year new purchase mortgage rates are New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Oregon, California, and Florida, with average rates hovering between 6.78% …Read more  »

As of Today, May 12, 2025, mortgage rates are a bit higher, currently hovering around the high 6% range, with the average for a 30-year fixed loan sitting at approximately 6.80%. This uptick is largely a ripple effect of the recently …Read more  »

The recent turmoil in the bond market has understandably left many wondering about the future of interest rates. As of May 12, 2025, the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield stood at a notable 4.382%, signaling a period of stress in this critical sector of …Read more  »

As of May 12, 2025, mortgage rates are hovering around the high 6% range, with the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage at approximately 6.80%. These rates reflect ongoing economic dynamics and fluctuations driven by variables such as inflation data and broader market …Read more  »

As of May 11, 2025, the average mortgage rate stands at approximately 6.70%. This figure reflects a housing market navigating economic headwinds, including ongoing tariffs and inflation. Borrowers face varying rates across different loan types, influenced by the financial climate …Read more  »

If you're keeping a close eye on the housing market, like I am, you know that one of the biggest pieces of the puzzle is understanding where mortgage rates are headed. For the week of May 8th to 14th, 2025, …Read more  »

The question on many minds right now is: Will mortgage rates go down in May 2025? Based on the current economic landscape and expert forecasts as of early May 2025, it's plausible we might see a slight dip. While the average …Read more  »