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Mortgage Rates Dip in Hope of War’s End

Rates moved higher this week, but abruptly changed course as the news out of Iran shifted.

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Kate Wood

May Mortgage Outlook: Rates Stable but Braced for Shocks

Mortgage interest rates are unlikely to drop, and remaining relatively flat is the more positive scenario.

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Kate Wood

Mortgage Rates Steady as Fed Holds, Despite Global Tensions

Uncertainty is the new normal, but mortgage rates have stabilized in the low-6% range.

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Abby Badach Doyle

Mortgage Rates Idle While Spring Homebuying Season Stalls

Rates are slightly lower this week, but there isn't definitive downward momentum.

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Kate Wood

Mortgage Rates Move Lower as Economic Outlook Worsens

Potential longer-term effects of the Iran war are coming into focus.

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Kate Wood

Weekly Mortgage Rates Flat; Jobs Report Is Surprisingly Strong

Employment gains mean that the Fed can focus on inflation at its meeting later this month.

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Taylor Getler

April Mortgage Outlook: It’s Not Good

As the Iran conflict drags on, mortgage rates are likely to rise.

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Kate Wood

Types of Refinance Loans: Which One Fits Your Financial Goals?

There are several ways to refinance your mortgage, but the best option will depend on your financial situation and priorities.

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Robin Rothstein

Rising Mortgage Rates May Squelch Spring Homebuying Season

The war in Iran continues to push rates higher and could make home buyers hesitant.

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Kate Wood

Mortgage Rates May Keep Rising Even as Fed Holds Steady

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Taylor Getler

Global Tensions Push Up Weekly Mortgage Rates

Inflation looks stable, but the effects of the Iran war cloud the economic outlook.

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Abby Badach Doyle

Weekly Mortgage Rates Rise; Jobs Report Reflects Uncertain Economy

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Taylor Getler

March Mortgage Outlook: Lower Rates Ahead

Mortgage rates are likely to continue trending down, but don't expect a big drop.

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Kate Wood

5% Mortgage Rates Are Here. Will They Last?

Changes in the secondary mortgage market may be behind these lower rates.

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Kate Wood

Weekly Mortgage Rates Lower as Inflation Appears to Slow

Mortgage rates fell substantially thanks to data released last week

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Kate Wood

Weekly Mortgage Rates Remain Steady Near 6%

If mortgage rates sent candy hearts, this week’s would read: No drama.

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Abby Badach Doyle

Weekly Mortgage Rates Flat; Shutdown Delays Federal Data

In the week ending Feb. 5, the average 30-year mortgage rate barely budged.

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Taylor Getler

February Mortgage Outlook: At Least Mortgage Rates Are Calm

Despite a tumultuous world, mortgage interest rates are unlikely to move much this month.

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Kate Wood

NerdWallet 2025 Home Buyer Report

Though this year’s housing market is likely to remain tough for home buyers, many are entering 2025 with bold optimism.

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Elizabeth Renter

Fed Pauses, But Mortgage Rates Are Already Lower

Mortgage rates shouldn't react to the Federal Reserve's latest announcement — but are near three-year lows

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Kate Wood