Articles by Tim Lucas - Page 6

The Federal Reserve meeting adjourns Wednesday and, although the Fed doesn't set mortgage rates, its rhetoric and actions can influence them. Analysis and advice.

Today's low rates and mortgage programs empower home buyers to make a large or small downpayment, or opt out of one altogether.

How do USDA loan costs compare to other loan types? It turns out these loans are some of the most affordable mortgages in the market today.

Current mortgage rates are floating sideways to lower in 2017 thus far. How low will they go this year?

Previously announced FHA fee cuts have been overturned. But FHA buyers may be wise to proceed with their home buying plans.

After Inauguration Day, mortgage rates and the housing market could change. Forecast of the new administration, and what to do now as a home buyer or homeowner.

Rising rates are taking their toll on the U.S. home buyer. Home shoppers are buying up property as quickly as it comes on-market as costs jump.

Everyone is asking where mortgage rates will be in 2017. We looked at 6 of the most credible sources and averaged the results for the most accurate mortgage rate forecast possible.

Mortgage rates are on the rise in response to unexpected election results. Your mortgage rates strategy today.

USDA mortgages are getting more affordable. The agency has just announced plans to reduce upfront and monthly fees for this popular home buying program.

Mortgage rates are scraping bottom per Freddie Mac. Rates are close to all-time lows not seen since 2012.

Britain's exit from the EU, or "Brexit" as it has come to be known, could usher in a new era for mortgage rates: 30-year fixed mortgages in the 2s.

The bottom fell from U.S. mortgage rates after Britain voted to leave the European Union. "Brexit" is creating one of the best days for rates in history.