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Mortgage rates pop to highest level since September 2025

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Hopes of a robust spring homebuying season are quickly running into harsh economic realities related to the war in Iran, inflation and other factors. Continue reading →

Rocket offers buyouts as Redfin, Mr. Cooper integration continues

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The cuts come amid a broader wave of consolidation across the real estate industry, with several other firms also cutting staff in recent months. Continue reading →

Fed holds interest rates steady amid inflation, Iran conflict

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The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady on Wednesday in its first meeting of 2026, while saying it would continue to monitor financial and international developments. Continue reading →

Mortgage applications plummeted more than 10% last week

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Higher rates and overseas conflicts appear to be weighing on the lending industry, raising concerns about the upcoming spring. Continue reading →

Trump targets ‘burdens that have driven up mortgage costs’

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NAR said the order “highlights the importance of reviewing regulatory barriers.” The order comes as Trump increasingly focuses on housing. Continue reading →

Better claims its new AI app can underwrite some mortgage loans in 47 seconds

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Better’s Tinman platform brings conversational AI to mortgage underwriting, aiming to make the process faster and more efficient. Continue reading →

Want to make more money? Learn to close more types of transactions

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Close more transactions, and generate a more stable income when you branch out into new parts of the real estate professional landscape, agent and investor Tatiana Zagorovski writes. Continue reading →

Mortgage applications rise as purchase demand strengthens

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Mortgage applications rose last week as purchase demand strengthened, even as market volatility pushed mortgage rates higher. Continue reading →

Beyond pre-approval: How to bulletproof your buyer in a competitive market

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Lending expert Sofia Nadjibi offers insight for creating stronger buyer offers and greater negotiating leverage. Continue reading →

Spring market shows early signs of green shoots

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Early data shows that existing-home sales were up in February and that relistings are experiencing a surge, signaling consumer confidence in the market. Continue reading →