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- 01Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates, Impacting Mortgage and Housing MarketsThe Federal Reserve increased the federal funds target range by 25 basis points, affecting short-term borrowing costs but not necessarily long-term mortgage rates, which are influenced by other factors like bond yields and inflation expectations.New primary claim2026-10-06 15:00
- 02Mortgage rates reach 3-year high, reducing demand for refinances and home purchasesMortgage rates rose to a 3-year high, causing a decline in both refinancing and home purchase applications. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased to 7.49% from 7.30%.New primary claim2026-10-07 19:00
- 03Mortgage rates near 8% force lenders to cut or closeMortgage rates have risen sharply, with 30-year conforming rates averaging 7.63%, up 31 basis points in two weeks. Lenders are responding with layoffs, office closures, and channel exits due to margin pressure and weaker demand.New primary claim2026-10-07 01:48
- 04Mortgage Rates Reach New Highs, Affecting HomebuyersMortgage rates climbed to 7.28% this week, up 25 basis points from the previous week, significantly impacting homebuyers.New primary claim2026-10-02 22:05