Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Home? Buying a home today can feel uncertain. On one hand, finding the right property is exciting. On the other, high interest rates can make you second-guess your timing. So, should you buy now or wait? The answer depends o
Jun 03, 2025 | Interest Rates
Buying a home may feel harder right now because of rising mortgage rates. But the truth is, with the right plan, you can still make it happen. Here are five practical steps that can help you purchase a home while keeping your costs down. 1. Consider Fixer
Apr 22, 2025 | Interest Rates
Embracing Adjustable-Rate Mortgages in a Fluctuating Interest Rate Environment In today’s market, where interest rates can shift unpredictably, achieving homeownership through conventional fixed-rate mortgages might feel out of reach for many. Howev
Sep 03, 2024 | Purchasing a Home Interest Rates
As you start applying for a mortgage loan, you will probably hear the terms “APR” and “mortgage interest rate” a lot from lenders. What do these mean, what is the difference between them, and how do they affect your home loan? Mortgage Interest Rate When
Jan 24, 2023 | Interest Rates
Long-term mortgage interest rates have more than doubled in the past year and hit 14-year highs as of September 2022. If you bought a home in recent years with an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM), it probably made a lot of sense at the time and helped you s
Oct 25, 2022 | Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve’s September interest rate hike marks the fifth straight increase in 2022. What does that mean for the mortgage world? Fed Rate Hikes The Federal Reserve is in charge of maintaining a healthy level of inflation and employment in the U.S
Oct 18, 2022 | Interest Rates