Essential Reading
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.
Should you worry about inflation?
Higher inflation is here, but the big question is whether it’s here to stay or not.
What is inflation?
Inflation has a nasty reputation among policymakers, investors and consumers alike.
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Latest Articles
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Mortgage and real estate news this week: The Fed and mortgage rates, plus keeping up on home maintenance
Refi opportunities persist and key signs that your home may need maintenance.
1 min read Sep 25, 2021
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How the Federal Reserve affects mortgage rates
The Fed doesn’t directly impact mortgage rates, but borrowers should still pay attention.
3 min read Sep 23, 2021
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How the Federal Reserve affects ARMs, HELOCs and home equity loans
If you have a home equity loan or variable mortgage, pay attention to the Fed.
3 min read Sep 23, 2021
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Fed divided on 2022 interest rate hike, signals bond-buying taper coming ‘soon’
The Fed isn’t in a rush to raise rates, but slowing asset purchases appears to be on deck.
6 min read Sep 22, 2021
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Biggest winners and losers from the Fed’s interest rate decision
As the Fed holds on rates, here are the biggest winners and losers from its latest decision.
5 min read Sep 22, 2021
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September Fed meeting preview: What’s the next move for winding down pandemic support?
To taper or not to taper — that is the question.
6 min read Sep 20, 2021
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Economic Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of Sept. 20-24
Investors and lenders will scrutinize the latest Fed pronouncements.
1 min read Sep 20, 2021
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Mortgage lenders now can count rent payments as part of your credit picture
Close to homeownership but your credit isn’t quite there? A new rule helps renters qualify for mortgages.
4 min read Sep 20, 2021
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The repo market, explained — and why the Fed has pumped hundreds of billions into it
You might not know it, but the repo market is the bedrock for the financial system.
9 min read Sep 10, 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 Sep 06, 2021