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As Spring Market Opens, Where Are Mortgage Rates Headed?
The Boston spring housing market is facing economic uncertainties shaking consumer confidence. But don’t expect mortgage rates to budge too much.
Why Does the Fed Prefer PCE Over CPI?
Inflation has been top of mind in recent years. Most of Wall Street follows the CPI but the Fed favors the PCE. Here's why.
Average US mortgage rates ease for 2nd drop in 2 weeks: What to know
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. dipped lower for the second week in a row as spring homebuying season ...
'Liberation Day' Tariffs Could Shackle Homebuyers
Here's how Trump's latest tariffs could impact mortgage rates and homebuilding costs in a market that's already fraught with ...
Mortgage rates tick lower for second week in a row
Mortgage rates ticked slightly lower this week to 6.64%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That's down from last week's reading of 6.65%.
Where Trump’s tariffs will really hit home
When President Donald Trump unveils his broad slate of new tariffs Wednesday, one industry that typically gets a sympathetic ...
Inflation Ticks Up and Consumer Confidence Falls: Economic Uncertainty Has Kept Mortgage Rates Steady
On Friday, the PCE Index, which is the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, was steady at an above-target pace, and the core ...
Q1 2025 Wrapped: What’s Changing In Credit, Mortgages And Consumer Spending
For many, 2025 has felt like a financial pressure cooker. Inflation may be easing, but prices are still high. Borrowing ...