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Are Home Prices Crashing Worse Than 2008?

Are Home Prices Crashing Worse Than 2008?

You Be the Economist — While the Government Is Shut Down

You Be the Economist — While the Government Is Shut Down

The Rate Update: Will a Longer Government Shutdown Push Mortgage Rates Higher or Lower?”

The Rate Update: Will a Longer Government Shutdown Push Mortgage Rates Higher or Lower?”

The Rate Update Weekly Review: Key Mortgage & Market Moves (Sept 29 – Oct 3, 2025)

The Rate Update Weekly Review: Key Mortgage & Market Moves (Sept 29 – Oct 3, 2025)

How I Get You the Lowest Total Cost — In Real Time

How I Get You the Lowest Total Cost — In Real Time

Mortgage Rates Holds Steady After Weak Jobs Report

On October 1, 2025, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate held at 6.37% after weak private payroll data. Bigger shifts may follow when the delayed government jobs report is released.

Shutdown Shake-Up: Should You BUY, SELL, or HOLD Stocks, Bonds & Real Estate?

Shutdown Shake-Up: Should You BUY, SELL, or HOLD Stocks, Bonds & Real Estate?

Refinance NOW: Lower Your Payment, Shorten Your Term & Access Cash Before Rates Shift

Considering a refinance? Learn how to lower your payment, shorten your term, or access cash—plus how to calculate if it's the right move for you. 20+ years of mortgage expertise distilled into one actionable guide.

Will a Government Shutdown Push Mortgage Rates to 7%? The Warning Signs

The odds of a government shutdown are climbing fast — now at 70% according to prediction markets. But the bigger question for homeowners and buyers is: could this chaos send mortgage rates soaring to 7%? In this video, I’ll break down the warning signs, what history tells us about shutdowns and interest rates, and what you should watch for in the days ahead if you’re thinking about locking in a mortgage.