Mortgage Rates Extend Winning Streak as Familiar Pattern Returns

As markets digested implications of several fiscal policy changes over the past 2 months, a predictable trading pattern emerged. Stocks and interest rates moved lower together. This isn't always the way things work, but it is typical during moments where investors are rapidly shedding risk and seeki

Nearly Every U.S. Metro Has Higher Rental Prices than Pre-Pandemic, Despite Months of Declines

Mortgage Rates Continue Lower Amid Calmer Financial Markets

Financial markets experienced relatively extreme volatility on several occasions following the April 2nd tariff announcements. The bonds that underlie mortgage rates were no exception, thus pushing rates higher at one of the fastest weekly paces in years.  Things have been calmer so far this w

Mortgage Rates Fall Back Below 7%

Last Friday was notable in that it was the first day since February 19th where the average top tier 30yr fixed mortgage rate ended the day over 7%. Last week was also notable for ranking among the more abrupt weeks for rising rates over the past few years. Things are getting off to a friendlier sta