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Trump vs. the Fed: Why the President Can't Force Interest Rates to Drop
As US households have grown frustrated with years of high borrowing costs, President Donald Trump rode into office with a bold pledge to lower interest rates. Last week, he took a dig at the Federal Reserve,
With Mortgage Rates Near a 4-Week Low, How Much Would Your Monthly Payment Be?
Mortgage rates are up just a couple of basis points since last week, keeping them near their post-Christmas low. Rates on new 30-year fixed-rate loans averaged 6.98% on Friday, as compared to the 4-week low of 6.93%. 15-year loans saw their Friday-to-Friday average rise a more sizable 8 basis points, now up to 6.14%.
Today's Mortgage Rates | What This Week's Fed Meeting Means for Mortgage Rates
These are today's mortgage and refinance rates. The Fed isn't expected to cut rates this week, but we may see mortgage rates fluctuate anyway.
What This Week's Fed Decision Means for Mortgage Rates
Policy changes from the Fed: When the Fed adjusts the federal funds rate, it spills over into many aspects of the economy, including mortgage rates. The federal funds rate affects how much it costs banks to borrow money, which in turn affects what banks charge consumers to make a profit.
Mortgage rates saw their first drop in six weeks — and this is the No. 1 mortgage provider in January 2025
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Understanding the Federal Reserve's Role in Mortgage Rates
Learn how Fed meetings affect mortgage rates and what it means for borrowers. Discover trends, impacts, and expert predictions on mortgage rates.
Mortgage Predictions Weekly: What Fewer Fed Cuts Mean for Homebuyers
Even the Federal Reserve, which sets a short-term benchmark interest rate for lenders, only indirectly impacts the mortgage market. The Fed is expected to hold interest rates stea
Fed likely to hold rates steady despite Trump call for cuts as it awaits tariff, immigration changes
President Trump may want lower interest rates, but the Federal Reserve will almost certainly keep its benchmark interest rate ...
The Fed sent stocks spiraling after its last meeting, and now the central bank is expected to leave interest rates untouched on Wednesday
The Fed signaled as much at its last meeting in December, when the central bank delivered an interest cut, but hinted that it ...
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Today's best savings rates
A year ago, the best savings rates were over 5% APY. But as inflation showed signs of cooling toward the end of the year, the ...
Cancer Rates Are Skyrocketing — Here Are 7 Things You Can Do To Reduce Your Risk
The Mayo Clinic provides a perspective on 7 ways that individuals can reduce their risk: Eat healthier foods (thereby also ...
FOMC expected to stand pat on rates on Wednesday; forecasts vary widely on the path ahead
The Federal Open Market Committee is expected to hold its policy rate at 4.25%-4.50% on Wednesday, the first pause since it ...
Where to Save Your Money Now That Interest Rates Are Lower
When rates drop, you can miss out on interest earnings if you're not seeking the best place for your money and adopting ...
Mortgage Rates Holding Near 2025 Low
Friday, ending the week just a few basis points above their lowest level of the new year. Many other loan types also saw ...
Business rates raised for charity-run private schools
Fee-charging schools run by charities will face higher business rates in Wales from April. A total of 17 institutions will ...
Why you may be getting 'shortchanged' on certificate of deposit interest rates, researcher says
It's often a better deal for consumers to pick a long-term certificate of deposit and pay an early withdrawal penalty than ...