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Cash buyers are setting the pace in the housing market’s high and low ends
With mortgage rates stuck above 6%, cash buyers continue to dominate both ends of the U.S. housing market — from bargain buys to multi-million-dollar estates. New data from Realtor.com shows how cash offers are reshaping ... more
Mortgage rates stay high as shutdown adds major pressure to housing market
Mortgage rates are still hovering above 6%, home prices keep rising, and now a government shutdown is threatening to make an already unaffordable housing market even worse. Zillow and housing analysts are sounding the alarm ... more
Mortgage rates steady at 6% as fall housing market slows down
As of October 6, 2025, mortgage rates today remain flat at 6% for a 30-year fixed loan, continuing a four-week streak of stability. While this is welcome news for buyers watching the market, the fall ... more
Mortgage rates today hold steady as housing market outlook improves
Mortgage rates today remain largely unchanged, offering some stability for homebuyers navigating a shifting real estate landscape. With the average 30-year fixed rate at 6.125% and signs of renewed market activity, buyers may want to ... more
MORTGAGE RATES TODAY: 30-year fixed edges down as buyers weigh options
As of Tuesday mortgage rates are showing slight declines, with Zillow Home Loans reporting a 6.125% average rate for a 30-year fixed loan. Buyers in the market may see slightly better offers depending on their ... more
Housing market faces fresh risk as government shutdown deadline nears
A looming government shutdown is threatening to disrupt the U.S. housing market just as buyers begin returning amid falling mortgage rates. If Congress doesn’t reach a funding deal by midnight, delays to mortgage processing and ... more
Mortgage rates hold steady as Zillow raises housing price forecast
Today’s mortgage rates remain stable, but Zillow’s latest housing market outlook signals a shift: U.S. home prices may rise slightly over the next year — after months of decline. Current mortgage rates as of September ... more
Boomers still rule U.S. real estate market, owning double what millennials do
A new study reveals a stark generational divide in American wealth—especially when it comes to real estate. Baby boomers now hold 40.9% of all U.S. real estate, nearly twice as much as millennials, who own ... more
Florida housing market shifts as major metros now favor buyers
The Florida housing market is undergoing a major shift. Once defined by bidding wars and record-low inventory, the Sunshine State now leads the nation in homes for sale—signaling a firm move into buyer-friendly territory across ... more
MORTGAGE RATES TODAY: 30-year fixed sits at 6%
Mortgage rates today remain steady with the average 30-year fixed at 6%, according to Zillow. But as rates level out, housing markets—especially in Florida—are shifting rapidly. For buyers, that means more negotiating power and more ... more
Mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed holds despite fed rate cut
As of September 18, 2025, mortgage rates remain steady, even after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the first time in nearly a year. The 30-year fixed mortgage rate sits at 6.00%, signaling stability—but ... more
Mortgage rates rise to 6.125% for 30-year loans: What it means for buyers
Today’s mortgage rates are ticking upward again. With 30-year fixed rates now at 6.125%, many buyers are rethinking how—and when—to finance their next home. Let’s break down the latest numbers, what’s driving them, and how ... more
Home values rise but equity erosion puts homeowners at risk
The housing market looks strong on paper—but many homeowners are quietly losing wealth. Inflation is rising faster than home prices, triggering a slow-moving crisis called equity erosion—a rare trend that could reshape how Americans think ... more
Housing market sees 3-year demand high as mortgage rates fall
The U.S. housing market is rebounding as mortgage rates fall and buyer demand spikes to its highest level in over three years. New loan applications surged last week, while housing wealth continues to climb—especially in ... more
Section 8 housing update: HUD crackdown and funding shift proposed
The Section 8 housing program is facing new political and policy pressure from both HUD leadership and the Trump administration, as federal officials push for tighter eligibility enforcement and a drastic funding overhaul that could ... more
Mortgage rates fall to 6% as weak jobs data sparks new refinance interest
Mortgage rates today are making headlines again, falling to 6%—their lowest point in nearly a year. The drop comes as fresh economic data shows signs of a slowing U.S. labor market, and it’s already sparking ... more
Mortgage rates today hold at 6%: Here’s how to get a lower rate
As of today mortgage rates are holding steady, with the popular 30-year fixed loan sitting at 6%, according to Zillow Home Loans. That’s the lowest level since October 2024, giving potential buyers a rare window ... more
Mortgage rates fall slightly: Here’s today’s average and what it means for buyers
Mortgage rates are showing signs of easing heading into fall, giving homebuyers a sliver of relief after a rocky summer. As of September 8, 2025, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is 6.125%, while 15-year ... more
Mortgage Rates Today: Rates Hold Amid Stalled Housing Market
Mortgage rates hold steady on September 5, 2025. The popular 30-year fixed mortgage rate is currently 6.125%. Meanwhile, the 15-year fixed rate sits at 5.25%. These rates arrive as the housing market slows significantly. A ... more
