2025 Mortgage Rates Forecast: The Case for 5% Rates
Nearly every major agency is predicting rates in the 6s or higher for 2025. But could rates drop into the 5s? There's a solid case for that argument.
January 17, 2025 5 min read
25 Experts Offer Homebuying Advice for 2025
We tapped into the knowledge of 25 leading experts to compile a power list of advice for 2025 homebuyers.
January 7, 2025 19 min read
The Fed Cuts 0.25% But Mortgage Rates Rise Anyway
As expected, the Fed cut its key interest rate by 0.25%. But mortgage rates might rise due to new Fed guidance for 2025.
December 18, 2024 3 min read
What Gives Pumpkin Spice Latte Prices The Right To Rise Faster Than Home Prices? It’s a Travesty
Prices for the Starbucks favorite have risen faster than home prices since 2005. Home prices should be the undisputed champ of price increases.
November 25, 2024 2 min read
If Homes Were More Like Turkey Dinners, Buyers Could Save $110 Per Month
The cost of a Thanksgiving meal has come down 9% since 2022. Home prices have only dropped 5%. What would the housing market be like if home prices were dropping as fast as turkey prices?
November 22, 2024 2 min read
25 Most Affordable Cities for First-Time Homebuyers
Affordable areas for first-time homebuyers are getting rarer by the day. 25 cities where homeownership is still within reach.
November 11, 2024 12 min read
Can Trump Really Bring Down Mortgage Rates to ‘2%’?
Trump told rally-goers in Arizona that mortgage rates would fall to 2% during his presidency. Is that anywhere near possible?
November 8, 2024 4 min read
Why Mortgage Rates Are Climbing After Trump’s Election Win
Trump will be the president for the next four years. What that could mean for mortgage rates.
November 6, 2024 5 min read