What The Government Shutdown Means for Mortgages and Homebuyers
If you're applying for a mortgage, a government shutdown will likely complicate and slow your application.
October 1, 2025 4 min read
Gen Z Trust In Real Estate Professionals Plummeting: Study
Young people's trust in financial institutions is in free fall. Why and what can be done?
October 1, 2025 2 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, October 1, 2025: Government Has Shut Down. But Some Economic Data Will Come Out Today
Government shutdowns often have little effect on mortgage rates, especially if they're brief. But might this time be different?
October 1, 2025 3 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, September 30, 2025: If Government Shuts Down Tonight, We Will Lose Most Economic Reports
The crucial jobs report, due Friday, won't appear if the government shuts down for more than a couple of days.
September 30, 2025 3 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, September 29, 2025: It's Jobs Week. And That Could Bring Volatility to Rates
Four employment reports are scheduled for this week, with the first due tomorrow. Stand by for Friday's official jobs report!
September 29, 2025 2 min read
Housing Affordability Worsens Despite Lower Mortgage Rates But There's Hope Ahead
Can housing affordability really have deteriorated over the last three months, even while mortgage rates have fallen? Maybe. But there's hope in some places.
September 27, 2025 3 min read
How New Tech Is Making It Easier to Buy and Sell a Home
Many real estate agents are using new technologies to find and attract buyers, which helps sellers, too.
September 25, 2025 4 min read
3 Ways to Reduce Capital Gains Tax Liability When Selling a Home
Not everyone can cut or eliminate their capital gains tax bill when selling a home. But are you someone who can?
September 25, 2025 4 min read