Afifa Saburi

Capital Markets Analyst of MortgageResearch.com

Her analysis has appeared across national outlets and publications such as CBS News, Business Insider and CNET. Her background is in Business and Economics and she holds a Masters in Economics from the University of Missouri.

Articles written by Afifa Saburi

A Surprise Factor Now Affecting Mortgage Rates: U.S. Treasury Auctions

Mortgage rates are driven by inflation and other economic data. But one factor is influencing them more than normal: low demand for government debt.

by Afifa Saburi in Rates

July 12, 2024 4 min read

Federal reserve 10 year treasury and mortgage rates

How Mortgage Rates REALLY Move With Fed Rates, 10-Year Treasury

It's not like you've heard. Mortgage rates can move independently of the Fed and 10-Year Treasury.

by Afifa Saburi in Rates

May 9, 2024 5 min read