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Homebuyers
This Is How Much Your Mortgage Interest Rate Will Really Cost You
In honor of Financial Wellness Month, let’s explore how much mortgage rates really cost you in the long run—and how you can keep those costs down.
Homebuyers
10 Places First-Time Buyers May Be Able to Find an Affordable Home in 2026
The housing market can seem a bit intimidating for first-time buyers heading into 2026. But some housing markets are giving new buyers a better shot at homeownership than others.
Inclusive Lending
How Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Legacy Continues to Impact Housing: Fair Housing Protections by State
For Martin Luther King, Jr., fair and stable housing was a key tenet of the civil rights movement. Today, fair housing protections operate at the federal, state, and local levels. Here's what you need to know.
Homebuyers
A Competitive Edge: Why You Need a Pre-Approval Letter in a Hot Housing Market
If you’re hoping to buy a home, you’ll want to use every tool at your disposal to make your offer stand out. A mortgage pre-approval letter can be a competitive edge.
Housing News
Mortgage Interest Rates Drop to Lowest Point in More than Three Years
Mortgage interest rates just dropped to their lowest point in nearly three-and-a-half years.
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Housing News
Mortgage Rates Fall Below 6% for First Time Since 2023 as Trump Pushes for Housing Affordability
January 9, 2026
Mortgage interest rates plunged to just under 6% after President Donald Trump announced a push to increase housing affordability. This is the lowest rates have been since early 2023.
Homeowners
Considering a Cash-Out Refinance? How Your Home May Be Able to Help You Pay Your Bills
January 8, 2026
Homeowners often don’t realize that they may be able to use the equity they have built in their homes to help pay their bills with a cash-out refinance.
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