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Latest housing news, analysis, and what it means for you.

FINANCEApril 26, 2026

Why Visiting a Tiny Home Village Made Me Rethink Homeownership

For a generation burdened by housing costs, the tiny home movement is offering more than just a lifestyle choice — it

FINANCEJune 22, 2026

U.S. Senate passes housing bill that carries four-year ban on a Fed CBDC

The idea of a U.S. central bank digital currency \u2014 though little more than a research topic at the Federal Reserve \u2014 may be getting formally blocked.

FINANCEJune 06, 2026

U.S. mortgage rates are staying high - and the Federal Reserve can do little about it

Investors\u2019 inflation expectations, much more than the central bank, are among the factors that affect the cost of home loans.

FINANCEJune 09, 2026

U.S. home sales surge to the fastest pace this year despite rising mortgage rates and prices

Sales are still far below the historic norm. However, price growth is now lagging income growth in many areas, helping to improve affordability.

FINANCEApril 24, 2026

Todd Monken on Drafting OT Spencer Fano, What Led to Decision, Fano Playing LT, and More: Transcript

Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken addressed the media from CrossCountry Mortgage Campus to discuss the team

FINANCEApril 27, 2026

These couples wanted to have children. Rising costs are stopping them

High mortgage payments, higher child care costs and economic uncertainty are making some people rethink their plans on starting a family.

FINANCEJune 20, 2026

Should you buy a home now or wait for lower rates?

Mortgage expert Mitch Wilkins explains why you should marry the house and date the rate in today

FINANCEApril 26, 2026

Rising Costs Are Causing Couples to Delay or Forgo Having Children

A growing number of American couples are delaying or entirely abandoning plans to have children, citing the mounting financial pressures of modern life. High mortgage payments, soaring child care cost

FINANCEApril 25, 2026

Queensborough mortgage welcomes John Mark Capers

Queensborough Mortgage welcomes John Mark Capers, a client-focused loan officer with a diverse background, to its team.

FINANCEApril 28, 2026

Mortgage Rates Today, Tuesday, April 28: A Little Higher

TL;DR: Mortgage rates went up today, but not enough to bust your homebuying budget.

FINANCEApril 29, 2026

Mortgage rates today, April 29, 2026

See Wednesday\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s report on average mortgage rates on different types of home loans so you can pick the best mortgage for your needs as you house shop.

FINANCEApril 27, 2026

Mortgage rates today, April 27, 2026

See Monday\u2019s report on average mortgage rates on different types of home loans so you can pick the best mortgage for your needs as you house shop.

FINANCEApril 23, 2026

Mortgage rates today, April 23, 2026

Homebuyers and refinancers are keeping a close eye on mortgage rates this Thursday, as the housing market continues to navigate a period of uncertainty driven b

FINANCEApril 29, 2026

Mortgage rates surge to nearly four-week high as Iran headlines impact markets

Negative headlines on the Iran war pushed bond yields higher, and mortgage rates followed.

FINANCEMay 19, 2026

Mortgage rates surge to highest level since July

Mortgage rates continued to move higher Tuesday on uncertainty over the war with Iran. They are at the highest level since last July.

FINANCEMay 21, 2026

Mortgage Rates, Now 6.5%, Hit Highest Level Since August

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the United States rose amid growing concerns over inflation.

FINANCEMay 20, 2026

Mortgage Rates Near 7%: Homebuilder ETFs May Do Better Than REIT Funds

Rising mortgage rates and bond yields are pressuring housing ETFs, with REIT funds facing greater risks than homebuilder ETFs.

FINANCEApril 24, 2026

Mortgage Rates Drop for Third Week in a Row. See Where They Stand

Mortgage rates have declined for the third consecutive week, offering a glimmer of relief for homebuyers navigating a housing market that has been defined by hi

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Mortgage Rates Dip to 6.36%: Why the Relief May Be Temporary and What Homebuyers Should Do Now

The average 30-year mortgage rate fell to 6.36% this week, the first drop in three weeks. But with the Strait of Hormuz conflict pushing oil prices and Treasury

FINANCEApril 29, 2026

Mortgage rates are rising again, but homebuyers are trickling back

Mortgage rates rose last week after several weeks of declines. That took a toll on refinance demand, but homebuyers seem more resilient.

FINANCEJune 17, 2026

Mortgage rates are now falling but demand is still weaker

A mixed week for mortgage rates resulted in less demand from both current homeowners and potential homebuyers.

FINANCEJune 03, 2026

Mortgage demand falls 2.5%, refinancing continues to deteriorate

Track MBA mortgage applications: composite, purchase & refinance indexes plus the latest 30-year fixed rate move to 6.57%.

FINANCEJune 09, 2026

Fed's 2026 Bank Stress Tests Will Probe Real Estate and Corporate Debt Under War-Strained Economy

The Federal Reserve will release its 2026 bank stress test results on June 24, subjecting 32 large banks to a severe recession scenario that tests their resilie

FINANCEApril 23, 2026

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to allow credit scores based on rent and utilities payments

Prospective homebuyers with a history of on-time payments for rent and utilities may soon find it easier to qualify for a mortgage, thanks to changes at Fannie

FINANCEApril 29, 2026

Current refi mortgage rates report for April 29, 2026

See Wednesday\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s report on average refi rates on different types of home loans.

FINANCEApril 28, 2026

Current refi mortgage rates report for April 28, 2026

See Tuesday\u2019s report on average refi rates on different types of home loans.

FINANCEApril 27, 2026

Current refi mortgage rates report for April 27, 2026

See Monday\u2019s report on average refi rates on different types of home loans.

FINANCEApril 27, 2026

Current ARM mortgage rates report for April 27, 2026

See Monday\u2019s report on average mortgage rates adjustable-rate mortgages so you can pick the best home loan for your needs as you house shop.

FINANCEApril 23, 2026

Current ARM mortgage rates report for April 23, 2026

Adjustable-rate mortgages, or ARMs, are drawing renewed attention from borrowers looking for flexibility in a high-rate environment. Thursday

FINANCEMay 09, 2026

Change to Allow Rent Payments Factor Into Credit Score Could Help 7.7M Americans

A government change could tip the scale for millions of credit invisible Americans and spur hundreds of billions in new mortgage originations.

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