Mortgage Rates Today, February 17, 2026: Will Rates Dip Below 6% Soon?
We're tantalizingly close to having mortgage rates in the 5% range. Will we get them this week? And how long will they last?
February 17, 2026 3 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, February 13, 2026: It's Friday the 13th, and the Biggest Inflation Report of the Month Is Due
You don't have to be superstitious to worry about this morning's consumer price index. It could have a big impact on mortgage rates.
February 13, 2026 3 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, February 12, 2026: Rates Higher After Unexpectedly Good Jobs Report
Weekly jobless claims and existing home sales are on today's calendar. But many eyes will be on tomorrow's big inflation report.
February 12, 2026 3 min read
America's Household Debt Problem Poses a Real Threat to Prospective Homeowners
Rising credit card, auto, and student loan debt is squeezing household budgets, making it harder for would-be buyers to qualify for a mortgage. Here’s why debt management matters.
February 11, 2026 3 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, February 11, 2026: It's Jobs Report Day!
Often, the jobs report is the single most consequential monthly economic report. And January's is due this morning.
February 11, 2026 3 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, February 10, 2026: Retail Sales Report Due Today
We're due several economic reports today. But the one most likely to change mortgage rates is the retail sales one.
February 10, 2026 2 min read
Super Bowl Ad Promoting Neighborliness: How Homeowners Could Help Solve the Housing Crisis
A feel-good Super Bowl ad highlights neighborliness, but the realities of homeownership, zoning, and NIMBYism show how homeowners can unwittingly slow housing solutions.
February 9, 2026 3 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, February 9, 2026: This Week Brings the Month's Most Important Economic Reports
We're due three highly influential economic reports this week. And mortgage rates could react sharply to any of them.
February 9, 2026 2 min read