Fed Rate Cuts Aren't a Cure-All for High Mortgage Rates

Why mortgage interest rates may drop again this week
The mortgage interest rates of 2020 and 2021 may never reappear but, if they do, it will be a gradual process to get them back there (minus a catastrophic economic downturn). Homebuyers and homeowners looking to refinance, then, shouldn't wait for a perfect circumstance that's unlikely to materialize.
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Though the Federal Reserve has been cutting interest rates, mortgage rates have been increasing or holding steady. When will potential homeowners see mortgage relief.
The Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by a quarter point after election. Here's what that means for you
The second interest rate cut in a row will affect consumer borrowing costs. Here’s what it means for your credit card, mortgage rate, car loan and savings.
Federal Reserve lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in second cut of 2024
The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of 2024, but Trump's economic priorities could impact future policy.
Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, days after election of Trump
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point on Thursday, setting the latest path for borrowing costs just two days after the victory of President-Elect Donald Trump.
Fed cuts interest rates but sorry, it probably won't lower mortgage rates
The Federal Reserve’s Open Market Committee (FOMC) did the expected, cutting the federal funds rate by  0.25%. That means the rate paid by banks will fluct
Why mortgage rates are still high after a Fed cut — and likely won't go down anytime soon
The average 30-year mortgage rate has been above 6% for two years — and is likely to stay above that level for the foreseeable future, experts say. A combination of better-than-
Why Fed Rate Cuts Aren't a Cure-All for High Mortgage Rates
Following the Fed's 0.5% rate cut in September, mortgage rates went up, not down. Even though the central bank's policy decisions and economic outlook affect credit markets, the F
Trump has promised lower interest rates. That will be largely out of his control.
While Trump has sought to pressure the Fed to cut rates, consumer rates on mortgages and other loans are determined by a ...
Fed cuts interest rates a second time but economists say 2025 outlook uncertain
Many economists still expect another quarter-point cut ahead in December. But expect more debate on the Fed's path in 2025.
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Today’s 30-year mortgage interest rates stay at 6.88% while 15-year terms rise to 6.13%
With mortgage rates changing daily, it's a good idea to check today's rate before applying for a loan. It's also important ...
The Fed Cut Interest Rates In November, And More Rate Cuts Are Coming
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25% on November 7. More interest rate cuts are likely through the end of 2026.
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What's next for US interest rates?
At the Federal Reserve's November meeting, which wrapped up just two days after Election Day, officials unanimously decided ...
Private student loan interest rates remain stable for 5-year terms, drop for 10-year terms
This means, 10-year fixed private student loans interest rates dropped by 0.14 percentage points and remained stable for ...
Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4.75%, in second reduction this year
Chancellor Rachel Reeves welcomes the cut, but says she is "under no illusion about the scale of the challenge facing ...
Stock market today: Asian shares gain after US Fed cuts interest rates
Asian shares advanced Friday after most U.S. stocks rose as the Federal Reserve cut interest rates again to ease pressure on ...