Mortgage fears shape buyer decisions

A growing number of buyers are approaching mortgages through the lens of financial stress, past housing downturns and generational attitudes toward debt. The trend highlights the importance of understanding how financing fears may shape affordability conversations, refinancing decisions and long-ter

Mortgage Rates Remain Almost Perfectly Flat

There's been remarkably little change in mortgage rates so far this week. Monday saw a modest increase vs Friday, but since then, there's been essentially no change. Today's rates were technically 0.01% lower than yesterday's, but many lenders were perfectly unchanged. This is an acceptable result g

Mortgage shopping can lower buyer costs

A LendingTree study found Florida buyers could save an estimated $170 a month by comparing mortgage offers, adding another affordability step before the home search.

Homebuying basics are tripping up new buyers

A new survey found first-time buyers feel prepared but struggle with basic questions about costs and next steps. Use early consults to set expectations before showings.