K-Shaped Economy Is Alive and Well in the Housing Market
Luxury homes are selling well while starter homes are sitting. It's a classic K-shaped market.
August 21, 2026 4 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, August 21, 2026: Rates Bounce Back Modestly on Bond Jitters
Mortgage rates chased oil prices higher yesterday. And the Treasury's backfiring plan to increase its bond buybacks didn't help.
August 21, 2026 8 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, August 20, 2026: U.S. Treasury Likely Helped Rates Fall Yesterday
The U.S. Treasury will double its buybacks of long-term bonds and notes. That probably helped mortgage rates move lower yesterday.
August 20, 2026 8 min read
Buy-Now-Pay-Later Lenders Now Offering Loans for Mortgage and Rent Payments
The buy-now-pay-later app you once used for luxuries may now let you pay your mortgage, rent, or utilities.
August 19, 2026 5 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, August 19, 2026: Fed Minutes Due Today
The minutes of the last meeting of the Fed's rate-setting committee are due today. And they might affect mortgage rates.
August 19, 2026 8 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, August 18, 2026: Rates Rise Again on Worries About Oil Prices and Government Debt
Just like on Monday, mortgage rates rose yesterday as markets fret about higher oil prices and government debt.
August 18, 2026 8 min read
Homeowners Insurance Premiums Rising More Slowly: New Report
Homeowners insurance premiums have soared in recent years, but a new report says they’re climbing more slowly in 2026.
August 17, 2026 4 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, August 17, 2026: Government Borrowing Affecting Rates
Bonds (and so mortgage rates) are being buffeted by "concerns over U.S. debt and high inflation," reports The Wall Street Journal
August 17, 2026 7 min read