Mortgages
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What factors determine your mortgage rate?the explainer Use the factors you have control over to help you secure a better rate
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What shifts in a buyer’s vs. seller’s market?The Explainer These terms refer to who will likely have the upper hand in housing transactions
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Where are mortgage rates headed? What to know for spring homebuying season.The Explainer Rates are rising and affordability is waning
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What to expect when applying for a mortgageThe Explainer The typical timeline
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Six ways to boost your finances in 2026The Explainer It’s not too late to make a new year’s resolution to finally get organised money-wise
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Could a part-and-part mortgage help you on to the property ladder?The Explainer Combining repayment and interest-only mortgages could become more popular as part of a push towards more flexible lending
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Why it’s important to shop around for a mortgage and what to look forThe Explainer You can save big by comparing different mortgage offers
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What are portable mortgages and how do they work?the explainer Homeowners can transfer their old rates to a new property in the UK and Canada. The Trump administration is considering making it possible in the US.
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What’s an adjustable-rate mortgage and what are the risks?The Explainer Buyers are increasingly willing to take the gamble of a changing rate
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Political cartoons for November 14Cartoons Friday's political cartoons include 50-year mortgages, the Arc de Trump, and a billionaire's wish list
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Would a 50-year mortgage make home ownership attainable?Today's Big Question Trump critics say the proposal is bad policy
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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How will Fed rate cuts affect the housing market?the explainer An anticipated series of Federal Reserve cuts could impact mortgage rates
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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What to do if you want to move but don't want to give up your low mortgage ratethe explainer 30-year mortgage rates are currently averaging 7% — and homeowners who secured rates closer to 3% during the pandemic are reluctant to sell their homes
By Becca Stanek, The Week US Published
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Why is Trump suddenly interested in his enemies' mortgages?TODAY'S BIG QUESTION As the president continues targeting adversaries, he has turned to a surprising ally to provide ammunition for an emerging line of attack
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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