The housing market's long winter faces a slow thaw and many unknowns
There are some signs of improvement heading into the spring buying season, but the Trump administration’s economic plans complicate the outlook.
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HELOCs and home equity loans are up. Why are more people borrowing against their homes?
Clearly, home equity lending is having a moment. But why? One key reason: Rates for HELOCs and home equity loans have been falling since the beginning of 2024, while mortgage rate ...
Where did the home buyers go? 7% mortgage rates sap any remaining energy from the housing market
Existing-home sales fell in the first month of the year as buyers continued to struggle with high home prices and 7% mortgage ...
Lower mortgage rates may tempt home buyers. But these fast-rising ‘phantom costs’ could sneak up on them.
Mortgage rates are down to a nearly three-month low. But if you’re thinking of buying a home, beware of these hidden costs.