Will Rates Drop for Buyers?

Will Rates Drop for Buyers?

Thinking about buying a home or refinancing in February 2026? You’re probably wondering what’s happening with mortgage rates. If you’re hoping for those super-low pandemic rates, I’ve got some news: they’re likely... Read more »
Housing Tracker: Southern California home values drop in December

Housing Tracker: Southern California home values drop in December

Southern California home prices dropped again in December, capping off a yearlong skid that saw the average home value in the six-county region drop by more than $7,000. In December, the average... Read more »
Rates Drop, Driving More Homeowners to Refinance

Rates Drop, Driving More Homeowners to Refinance

As of January 30th, 2026, I’m seeing mortgage rates that are a very welcome sight for many potential homebuyers and homeowners. The 30-year fixed mortgage rate is sitting at an average of... Read more »
Rates Drop, Driving More Homeowners to Refinance

Big Drop Means Huge Savings for Homebuyers

If you’re thinking about buying a home or refinancing, now is a fantastic time to be looking. Today, January 16, 2026, mortgage rates have seen a significant drop, with the average 30-year... Read more »
Rates Drop, Driving More Homeowners to Refinance

Rates Drop Below 6% Showing Positive Trend for Buyers

As of January 11th, the good news is that today’s mortgage rates are showing a welcome dip, with the national average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage registering at 5.91% and the 15-year fixed at... Read more »
Rates Drop, Driving More Homeowners to Refinance

Rates Drop Following Trump’s $200 Billion Mortgage Bond Directive

If you’re thinking about buying a home or refinancing your current mortgage, you’re probably wondering what today’s mortgage rates are doing. Well, here’s the quick answer: they’ve taken a dip! As of... Read more »
How a 1% Drop in Mortgage Rates Could Unlock 5.5 Million Buyers

How a 1% Drop in Mortgage Rates Could Unlock 5.5 Million Buyers

Imagine finally finding that perfect house, picturing your life there, only to realize the monthly payments are just out of reach. It’s a story many potential homebuyers know all too well these... Read more »
Rates Drop to Give a Positive Outlook for New Year

Rates Drop to Give a Positive Outlook for New Year

As we step into January 1st, the question on many minds is: what are today’s mortgage rates doing? It’s fantastic news for potential homebuyers and those looking to refinance. The average 30-year... Read more »

Renovate To Drop PMI Mortgage Hack Has a Catch: Your Lender Doesn’t Have To Buy Your New Valuation

A mortgage hack has been making the rounds with real estate influencers: Don’t put 20% down on your home loan. Given that it takes seven years for the typical buyer to save... Read more »
Will Mortgage Rates Drop During the Christmas Holidays?

Will Mortgage Rates Drop During the Christmas Holidays?

It’s a question that often pops up as the scent of gingerbread fills the air and carols play on repeat: do mortgage rates actually dip around Christmas? The answer, and I’ll give... Read more »