Rates Rise, Fed Pause and Geopolitical Currents Sway Homebuyers

Rates Rise, Fed Pause and Geopolitical Currents Sway Homebuyers

If you’re thinking about buying a home or refinancing, paying attention to mortgage rates is key. For May 1st, 2026, the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is hovering around 6.21%.... Read more »
Rates Rise, Fed Pause and Geopolitical Currents Sway Homebuyers

Fed Pause Keeps 30‑Year Fixed Slightly Lower at 6.11%

As of today, April 30, 2026, the average rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage are sitting at 6.11%, according to Zillow. This is a tiny dip of 1 basis point from yesterday,... Read more »
Federal Reserve To Extend Interest-Rate Pause: Jerome Powell

Federal Reserve To Extend Interest-Rate Pause: Jerome Powell

The Federal Reserve, led by Chair Jerome Powell, has sent a clear signal that they could maintain current interest rates at the upcoming policy meeting. The pause in hikes of interest rates... Read more »