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The Fed is putting rate hikes back on the table. Here’s what that means for agents

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Some policymakers raised the possibility of rate increases if inflation proves more stubborn than expected. Continue reading →

Why the Federal Reserve won’t bend to ‘THE TRUMP RULE’ in 2026

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The next Fed chair may be more receptive to the president’s calls for rate cuts, but they’ll have to convince other central bank policymakers to give up their independence. Continue reading →

Mortgage demand dips as Fed signals cautious approach to rates

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Homebuyer demand is still stronger than a year ago, but seasonal shifts have pushed the mix of business toward refinancing, which accounted for 59% of loan applications last week. Continue reading →

Fed cuts rates for 3rd time in 2025, but might cut just once next year

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The 9-3 split vote reflects differing views on whether the central bank’s biggest worry is inflation or rising unemployment, with data lagging after the government shutdown. Continue reading →

Rising unemployment revives prospects for December rate cut

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Fannie Mae forecasters are predicting mortgage rates will fall below 6 percent by the end of next year. Economists at the Mortgage Bankers Association don’t see rates coming down at all. Continue reading →

What is the Federal Reserve, and how does it impact real estate?

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Improve your understanding of how broad economic factors impact the housing market with this Fed explainer from Jonathan Pressman. Continue reading →

Trump asks Supreme Court to remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook

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Lower courts have ruled Cook can continue to serve on the central bank’s board while she challenges the Trump adminstration’s move to fire her over unproven mortgage allegations. Continue reading →

Why Trump’s moves to control Fed could send mortgage rates higher

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If bond market investors get cold feet about buying government debt and mortgage-backed securities, that could push long-term interest rates higher, even if the Fed cuts short-term rates. Continue reading →

Fed expects stronger economic recovery to come

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During the most recent Federal Open Markets Committee meeting, the Federal Reserve reiterated its plan to maintain current economic policy until fiscal and economic goals are met. Continue reading →

Fed cuts interest rate to nearly zero. What does it mean for real estate?

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Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale believes mortgage rates could go lower this week, but rates and affordability aren’t the only thing impacting the housing market. Continue reading →