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Historically, Fed rate cuts (and hikes) tend to impact things like the rate on high-yield savings accounts relatively quickly, but some institutions may move faster than…

I got to thinking the other day that absent bad jobs numbers, it will be difficult for mortgage rates to move much lower anytime soon.Arguably, they…

You may have heard that Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway bought shares in a pair of home builders last quarter.The company released its latest 13-F yesterday, revealing…

If you’re hoping for lower mortgage rates, you might be thrilled to hear what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has to say.During a television interview today, he…

Mortgage rates fell to their lowest levels since March because job growth has been surprisingly weak this summer.The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.7% in the week…

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You don’t hear about a mortgage lender having a sale very often.But Chase is bucking the trend by offering discounted mortgage rates this month.The limited-time mortgage…

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Periodically checking interest rates on high yield savings accounts is generally a good idea for consumers looking to maximize the yield on bank savings. Since it’s…

With mortgage rates reaching their best levels in about a year, refinancing might finally be heating up again.It’s been a tough year for refinance activity, with…