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You don't have to be superstitious to worry about this morning's consumer price index. It could have a big impact on mortgage ...

Often, the jobs report is the single most consequential monthly economic report. And January's is due this morning.

Mortgage Research Network analyzed how long it could take renters to save a 5% down payment in 50 U.S. cities by cutting common discretionary expenses.

We're due several economic reports today. But the one most likely to change mortgage rates is the retail sales one.

Weekly jobless claims and existing home sales are on today's calendar. But many eyes will be on tomorrow's big inflation report.

A feel-good Super Bowl ad highlights neighborliness, but the realities of homeownership, zoning, and NIMBYism show how ...

Rising inventory, easing home prices, and falling mortgage rates could give first-time homebuyers new leverage in 2026.

The 28/36 rule oversimplifies home affordability. As a loan officer, I’ll explain why budget and homebuying needs matter more than rigid rules when deciding how much house you can afford.

Mortgage rates are unpredictable today as markets digest yesterday's employment figures and address this morning's consumer ...

The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage is 6.24% today, an increase of 0.01% since yesterday. The 15-year fixed mortgage rate ...