Should Buyers Tap Retirement Savings?

Using retirement savings can help buyers cover a down payment, but experts say borrowers should consider the long-term financial tradeoffs first.

New Search Tools Are Changing Online Visibility

AI-powered search is reshaping how people find local services, and businesses without strong digital foundations risk losing visibility.

Two Signals Push Mortgage Rates Higher

Mortgage rates rose this week as Middle East tensions pushed oil prices higher, while a weaker jobs report added new uncertainty to the economic outlook.

Mortgage Rates Finish Flat After Starting Higher

Mortgage rates began the day at the highest levels in a month. The move up versus Friday was only moderate, but Friday's levels were already fairly close to early Feb's highs. Oil prices continue putting upward pressure on rates, but with several caveats. It takes quite a big move in oil to motivate