Latest Inflation Data Ups the Odds For December Fed Rate Cut

Latest Inflation Data Ups the Odds For December Fed Rate Cut

Progress in taming inflation slowed in October, but futures market investors think the latest numbers up the odds of another Federal Reserve rate cut next month. Whether it’s refining your business model,... Read more »
Rate announces revamp of reverse mortgage division with industry veterans

Rate announces revamp of reverse mortgage division with industry veterans

Chicago-based multichannel mortgage lender Rate, formerly known as Guaranteed Rate, has announced a shakeup in its reverse mortgage division’s leadership by appointing two longtime industry veterans to lead the company’s efforts with... Read more »
Inflation Rate Falls to 2.4% in September

Inflation Rate Falls to 2.4% in September

The US inflation rate fell to 2.4% in September 2024, marking a significant improvement in the nation’s economic landscape. This is the lowest inflation rate recorded since February 2021, as reported by various... Read more »
Fed rate cut brings more mortgage biz to JPMorgan, Wells Fargo. But is it sustainable?

Fed rate cut brings more mortgage biz to JPMorgan, Wells Fargo. But is it sustainable?

Mortgage business has increased recently for Wells Fargo head Charlie Scharf, left, and JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, but will it last? JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo are starting to feel the... Read more »
Housing market recovery threatened by mortgage rate pop

Housing market recovery threatened by mortgage rate pop

Home sales and home prices have been improving for several weeks. Unfortunately, this period could be fleeting, because we had strong economic news last week. Ironically, a strong employment situation in the... Read more »
Fed Funds Rate Forecast 2025-2026: What to Expect?

Fed Funds Rate Forecast 2025-2026: What to Expect?

Money talks, but interest rates scream. As we peer into the economic crystal ball for 2025 and 2026, one number stands out: the Federal Funds Rate. This key benchmark set by the... Read more »
October 2024 Mortgage Rate Predictions: New Forecast

October 2024 Mortgage Rate Predictions: New Forecast

As we enter October 2024, mortgage rate predictions are garnering attention from potential homebuyers and homeowners alike. Current forecasts suggest that the average mortgage rate for a 30-year fixed loan is projected to remain... Read more »
CoreLogic home-price report shows slowest appreciation rate since July 2023

CoreLogic home-price report shows slowest appreciation rate since July 2023

The Federal Reserve’s 50 basis-point interest rate cut in September is already making an impact on housing markets across the country. But high mortgage rates and affordability challenges put a damper on... Read more »
Commerce Industrial Lands Refi at Lower Rate

Commerce Industrial Lands Refi at Lower Rate

Marcus & Millichap Capital Corporation (MMCC) arranged $3.8 million for the refinancing of a 34,617-square-foot industrial property located at 2604 S. Malt Ave. in Commerce. Senior director Kevin Elliott and executive managing... Read more »
Interest Rate Predictions for Next 5 Years: Mortgages, Loans, & Savings

Interest Rate Predictions for Next 5 Years: Mortgages, Loans, & Savings

The question of where interest rates are headed is a critical one for borrowers, savers, and investors alike. This article dives into expert predictions for the next five years, exploring what the... Read more »