Zillow’s latest lender-marketplace averages show higher borrowing costs across purchase and refinance loans, while forecasts still point to some easing later in 2026.
A Michigan borrower says a lender’s collateral protection insurance charge went unnoticed for months after a credit union merger changed how her loan statements appeared.
Veterans United Home Loans data highlights metro areas where a 3% down payment and closing costs can be reached fastest.
Freddie Mac says the benchmark 30-year loan climbed again as Treasury yields, inflation expectations, and a bond selloff keep borrowing costs elevated.
A Reddit discussion shows why paying upfront for points and refinancing later can lead to very different results for borrowers.
A judge said the blanket charge was unlawful after tenants compared notes, sued collectively, and forced a refund of the disputed fees.
National mortgage averages ease from the prior day but remain near recent highs, leaving homebuyers and refinance shoppers facing expensive borrowing costs.
A new housing survey suggests today’s mortgage rates are keeping many would-be buyers on the sidelines, while a drop below 5.5% could bring more demand back fast.
The 30-year fixed rate is back near a three-year high, keeping would-be buyers on the sidelines while inventory stays tight.
Edmunds says borrowers are taking on larger loan balances, smaller down payments and longer repayment terms as new-car financing stays expensive.