Extra Credit-Mortgage Edition
Today’s Lesson: Why Mortgage Rates Don’t Always Follow The Fed
September 17, 2025 The Fed Just Cut Rates. Tell Me Again Why Mortgage Rates Didn’t Drop Too? The Federal Reserve lowered the Fed Funds Rate by 0.25% today. You might assume mortgage rates will fall by the same amount (which seems perfectly logical, btw). But here’s the twist- mortgage rates didn’t drop. In fact, they…
Read MoreHow (and Why) the Federal Reserve Sets Interest Rates
August 22, 2025 The Fed’s Dual Mandate The Federal Reserve has two main goals they shoot for to keep the U.S. economy humming along: Keep inflation near 2% Maintain maximum employment (as long as it doesn’t push inflation above that 2% target) The federal funds rate is the Fed’s primary tool for managing both of…
Read MoreThe Fed Hits The Snooze Button On Rates
August 8, 2025 For the fifth straight meeting, the Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate (the Federal Funds Rate) unchanged at 4.25%–4.5%. This “rate pause”, which has been in place since January, was expected as the Fed keeps one eye on inflation and the other on the job market. Here’s the part that matters…
Read More“One Big Beautiful Bill” Signed Into Law: What It Means for Homebuyers & Investors
July 11, 2025 H.R. 1: New Housing Provisions That Could Impact Your Wallet Last week, President Trump signed H.R. 1, nicknamed the One Big Beautiful Bill, into law—and it includes major housing-related provisions that could benefit both homebuyers and real estate investors. Here’s a breakdown of what’s inside: 1. Mortgage Insurance Premium Deductions Made Permanent…
Read MoreInflation & Unemployment Numbers: What It Could Mean For Interest Rates
June 18, 2025 I wanted to share a quick update on how the latest economic news could impact mortgage rates and the housing market. Whether you’re actively looking to buy, refinance, or just keeping an eye on the market, these trends are important to understand. May Inflation Report: Cooler Than Expected May brought some encouraging…
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Read MoreBoost Your Credit Score: 5 Moves That Can Actually Work
May 26, 2025 Unlike trying to lose weight, credit scores tend to drop fast and increase slowly. Your credit score can make or break your financial goals- like buying a home. The good news is that you don’t have to be a financial expert to improve your credit score. Here are five simple steps you…
Read MoreThe Fed Hits Pause On Rate Cuts
May 9, 2025 So far in 2025, the Federal Reserve (the Fed) has decided not to lower interest rates just yet. This choice shows they are being careful as the economy faces some uncertainty, especially around rising prices (inflation) and changes in trade with other countries like China. The Fed kept its key interest rate…
Read MoreThe Federal Reserve Explained
May 3, 2025 Ever wonder who pulls the strings behind the U.S. economy? Here’s a quick dive into the fascinating story of the Federal Reserve—how it was born out of financial chaos, what role it plays in keeping the economy stable, and how it quietly shapes your everyday life. From interest rates to inflation, this…
Read MoreUse Tax Free Real Estate Profits To Build Generational Wealth!
April 1, 2025 📹 Video Summary: How Some Homeowners Build Wealth by Moving Every 2–3 Years Did you know that homeowners can take advantage of a capital gains tax exemption every two years? In this video, we explain how some savvy buyers are using this tax rule to build long-term generational wealth through real estate…
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