Category: Financing

Thinking about buying a home and heard about "mortgage rate buydowns" as a way to save money upfront? It sounds fantastic, right? A lower interest rate right from the start could mean a more affordable monthly payment, making that dream …Read more  »

Let’s be honest, thinking about your credit score can feel a bit like stepping into a chilly shower – not exactly exciting, but absolutely essential if you want to get comfortable. If you're looking to refinance your mortgage, getting your …Read more  »

If you're a homeowner looking to refinance, you'll want to know that mortgage rates today, Dec 11, show the 30-year refinance rate rising by 13 basis points, according to Zillow's latest data. This upward tick means that securing a lower …Read more  »

Well, the wait is over. The Federal Reserve, in its final meeting of 2025, has decided to cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, bringing the new target range for the federal funds rate to 3.5% to 3.75%. …Read more  »

Today, December 10, 2025, is a day to watch because mortgage rates have seen a slight bump upward, influenced by Treasury yields as we all brace for the Federal Reserve's latest policy announcement. While we're not seeing massive swings, this subtle …Read more  »

It's looking like today's Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting could be quite the showdown. I'm expecting significant dissent on the Fed rate cut, perhaps more than we've seen in decades, with members likely voting in opposite directions on a …Read more  »

As December 10, 2025, rolls around, all eyes are on the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting scheduled to be concluded today. The general consensus, and indeed what the market is heavily leaning towards, is that this gathering will mark …Read more  »

It's a bit of a mixed bag out there for homeowners looking to refinance today, December 10th. The most significant news is that the average 30-year fixed refinance rate has nudged up by 7 basis points compared to last week, …Read more  »

The Federal Reserve's big meeting kicked off, with all eyes on what they'll do with interest rates. While the official announcement isn't until today at 2 p.m. ET, the smart money says they're likely to make a cut, probably by …Read more  »