Fannie Mae: 6.1% Mortgage Rates By 2026 Fannie Mae's latest forecasts predict falling mortgage rates and slowing home price rises. That's good news for first-time home buyers. by Peter Warden in Economy August 20, 2025 2 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, August 20, 2025: Stand By for Fed Minutes This Afternoon The Federal Reserve should publish minutes of its last rate-setting meeting this afternoon. Fireworks or a damp squib for markets? by Peter Warden in Rates August 20, 2025 3 min read
A Mansion for a Million in 2025? Yes, in Some Markets There are still places in America where you can buy a mansion for a million dollars. No, really. by Peter Warden in Real Estate August 19, 2025 3 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, August 19, 2025: Quiet Week in Prospect. But Fed Events on Wednesday and Friday Could Enliven Markets. We're due data for housing starts and building permits today. But it will be a surprise if they move mortgage rates far. by Peter Warden in Rates August 19, 2025 2 min read
Stimulus Check Hoax: Don't Be Fooled Into Racking Up Debt Don't fall for a new hoax claiming millions of taxpayers will receive $1,390 stimulus checks from the federal government within a matter of weeks. by Peter Warden in Economy August 18, 2025 3 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, August 18, 2025: With Few Relevant Economic Reports, the Fed May Drive Mortgage Rates This Week It's a pretty dull week for economic reports. But the Fed has a couple of events that might prove lively. by Peter Warden in Rates August 18, 2025 3 min read
Mortgage Rates Today, August 15, 2025: Retail Sales Figures Out This Morning Today's retail sales data are an important indicator of the health of the economy. by Peter Warden in Rates August 15, 2025 3 min read
Lower Mortgage Rates Trigger Further Surge in Refinancing Surge in refinancing: Borrowers are rushing to refinance their homes, with 23% more applications this week than last, as mortgage rates continue to drop. by Peter Warden in Rates August 14, 2025 2 min read