The estimate is based on rate changes since 2000 and should be interpreted as “directional rather than structural,” the analysts wrote in a report released Friday. Refis, which accounted for roughly 28%... Read more »
As we kick off the first full week of 2026, the news for homebuyers and homeowners looking to refinance is overwhelmingly one of stability. Today, January 9, 2026, the national average for... Read more »
Despite several years of volatility in the housing market, the fix-and-flip sector — where investors rehabilitate, reposition, and upgrade residential properties — has shown resilience and is poised for meaningful growth in... Read more »
It’s a breath of fresh air for many aspiring homeowners: stable mortgage rates are starting to bring buyers back into the housing market in 2026, signaling a positive shift after a period... Read more »
If you’re thinking about buying a home or refinancing your current mortgage, pay attention: as of January 8, 2026, the national average for a 30-year fixed mortgage rate is hovering right around... Read more »
In an industry often tethered to the patchwork systems of the past, true institutional growth requires more than a software update. It requires a foundational shift. Today, Kind Lending, the national mortgage... Read more »
If so, you’re probably wondering what’s going to happen with mortgage rates. It’s the million-dollar question, right? Well, I’ve been looking closely at the latest forecasts, especially the 30‑year mortgage rate predictions... Read more »
Thinking about a 50-year mortgage? While the idea of lower monthly payments might sound like a dream come true, especially in today’s housing market, I’ve got to tell you, it’s a path... Read more »
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 »
As of early 2026, there’s no firm date for when you’ll see 50-year mortgages widely available for homebuyers in the U.S. The idea has certainly sparked a lot of buzz, with discussions... Read more »