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How the Fed Really Affects Mortgage Rates (It's Not That Simple)
US News & World Report· 2 days agoThe Federal Reserve sets the federal funds rate, which in turn influences other interest rates. Moves by the Fed do not directly affect long-term fixed mortgage< ...
What the Fed’s continued rate pause means for homebuyers and sellers
Bankrate via Yahoo Finance· 2 days agoWith the refinance boom considerably slowed, lenders are eager for your business. “Conducting an...
What is a cash-in refinance, and how does it work?
Yahoo Personal Finance· 2 days agoWith a cash-in refinance, you make a large lump-sum payment, so your new mortgage has a lower principal. Learn whether a cash-in refinance is a good fit...
Mortgage Application Volume Jumps 15.6%
National Mortgage Professional· 2 days agoMortgage applications increased for the first time in several weeks as mortgage rates trended lower last week. The Mortgage Bankers Association ...
Take these 12 steps as the Federal Reserve keeps interest rates high
Bankrate via Yahoo Finance· 2 days agoWhen deciding whether to refinance, be sure to determine whether you can afford the fees — and that...
How to find the best FHA mortgage lender
Bankrate via Yahoo Finance· 4 days agoMany lenders let you lock in your interest rate for a set period while you’re shopping for a home. This can make the cost of your mortgage more...
Questions to ask a mortgage lender
Bankrate via AOL· 4 days agoThere are soft and hard prepayment penalties. Here’s how they compare: Soft prepayment penalties let you sell your house without paying a fee. But if you...
Refinancing and Home Equity Loans: 5 Key Differences You Should Know
GoBankingRates via AOL· 4 hours agoWhen you have equity in your home -- meaning your outstanding home loan balance is less than the...
Home equity hazards: The risks of tapping your property’s value
Bankrate via Yahoo Finance· 4 days agoBeing underwater (as it’s also known) can impede your ability to sell your home or refinance your ...
