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Why Waiting for Lower Rates Could Cost More Than You Think

June 24, 2026 by Robby Oakes

Many prospective homebuyers spend months waiting for mortgage rates to fall before making a move. While securing a favorable interest rate is important, focusing exclusively on rates can sometimes cause buyers to overlook other factors that affect the overall cost of homeownership. In some situations, waiting for lower rates may actually end up costing more than moving forward today.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Home Buying, Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Tips

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 22nd, 2026

June 22, 2026 by Robby Oakes

The week was relatively light following the release of the prior inflation data and the FOMC rate decision. The Federal Reserve decided to keep its overnight borrowing rate unchanged and has indicated no plans to make changes in the near term.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 15th, 2026

June 15, 2026 by Robby Oakes

With the inflation reports showing their cards, the Consumer Price Index has shown to be in line with expectations, but unexpectedly the Producer Price Index has come in substantially higher than expected.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

What Buyers Should Know About Rate Quotes Before Comparing Lenders

June 9, 2026 by Robby Oakes

Comparing mortgage rates can feel simple at first. A buyer asks a few lenders for a rate, looks for the lowest number, and assumes that is the best option. But rate quotes can be more complicated than they appear. To compare lenders fairly, you need to know what is behind the quote.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Buyer Education, Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Tips

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 8th, 2026

June 8, 2026 by Robby Oakes

Unemployment data has been released, revealing an interesting trend: different demographic groups are facing varying, and in some cases significantly higher, levels of unemployment.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

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