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Today's Federal Reserve (FOMC) meeting ended with a .25 percent increase in interest rates, surprising no one and having little impact on markets.

Recent financial reporting has caused many investors to believe that the Fed may not raise interest rates one last time in 2018. 

Today's Federal Reserve (FOMC) meeting ended with a .25 percent increase in interest rates, surprising no one and having little impact on markets.

The Federal Reserve announced a rate increase as expected. But here's what you might not have anticipated.

The Federal Reserve announced a rate increase as expected. But here's what you might not have anticipated.

The Federal Reserve announced a rate increase as expected. But here's what you might not have anticipated.

The Fed hiked rates for just the fifth time since the financial crisis. What does that mean for mortgage rates?

As the FOMC meets for the final time in 2017, analysts expect a rate hike. Janet Yellen's comments on future Fed actions could have a ripple effect.

The Fed holds rates steady. But another hike is expected in December. What does that mean for mortgage shoppers?

This month's Fed meeting provided few surprises. No interest rate increase, but it's still on the table for December.

The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark rate at its July meeting, but the group reiterated concern about low inflation, helping mortgage rates.

Today's Fed meeting resulted in a rate increase. This won't affect long-term mortgage rates, but will trickle up to increase rates on HELOCs, credit cards, and other loans tied to the Prime Rate.

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.

The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark rate at its May meeting. No chance for another rate hike until at least June 2017. Analysis and forecast.

The Federal Reserve raised the Fed Funds Rate to a range of 0.75-1.0% at its March meeting. Why, then, are mortgage rates dropping?

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.

A Federal Reserve survey shows mortgage lenders making it drastically easier to get mortgage-approved. Been denied for a mortgage in the past? It's time to re-apply.