Essential Reading
Poll: Higher inflation could linger
Experts all along had anticipated higher inflation this year, though the question is how long it will last.
Why the debt ceiling matters
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says the U.S. will run out of cash to pay its bills on Oct. 18.
How the Fed could taper bond buying
The Fed’s massive bond-buying program won’t last forever. Here’s what to expect once the taper begins.
Survey: Economy will keep improving
Here’s where the nation’s top economists see hiring, the Fed and inflation heading over the next year.
Breaking Federal Reserve News
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Latest Articles
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Why you should lock in a mortgage rate ahead of the next Fed meeting
The Federal Reserve may not directly set mortgage rates, but a likely outcome of its next meeting is more-expensive loans.
2 min read Oct 25, 2021
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Will Biden reappoint Powell as Fed chair? Here’s the latest and what experts are saying
The president will have to weigh his party’s priorities with his desire for continuity.
8 min read Oct 22, 2021
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How the Fed affects auto loan rates
The Fed rate has a domino effect that can raise or lower auto loan rates.
2 min read Oct 21, 2021
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Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of Oct. 18-22, 2021?
Mortgage rates are notoriously hard to predict. But it’s a sure bet the market will watch this report.
1 min read Oct 18, 2021
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Is now a good time to sell your home?
The current housing market still strongly favors sellers. Here’s what to consider if you’re weighing a sale.
3 min read Oct 15, 2021
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How is the U.S. economy doing? 4 key areas to watch as Delta variant holds back recovery
Experts are already downgrading their growth forecasts.
7 min read Oct 14, 2021
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For frustrated homebuyers, all-cash bids programs expand as workaround
Need a rich uncle? Cash-offer programs fill the bill.
3 min read Oct 14, 2021
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Are banks open today? Federal bank holidays in 2021
Find out when banks have the option to close.
3 min read Oct 11, 2021
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Bank overdraft protection: Do you need it?
Overdraft protection can be a helpful and convenient tool to avoid paying a steeper overdraft fee.
3 min read Oct 11, 2021
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Mortgage and real estate news this week: Millennials and their home equity, and understanding the Fed taper
Buyers should prepare for their close-up before going on a home tour, and generational differences in home equity.
1 min read Oct 09, 2021