What’s the ‘magic number’ that’ll get homebuyers off the sidelines?
May 7, 2026“Truthfully, people are still getting great rates in the low sixes,” he said. “So I think if we were mid-high...
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Leek, Precise and Rely cut rates by up to 49bps – Mortgage Strategy
Apr 11, 2026Leek Building Society, Precise Mortgages and Rely are cutting rates across several ranges by up to 49bps. Leek is cutting...
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Will mortgage rates hit 7% next week?
Mar 28, 2026President Donald Trump repeatedly said talks with Iran on ending the war were going “very well,” even as Iranian officials...
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Pepper Money raises rates by at least 35bps – Mortgage Strategy
Mar 18, 2026Pepper Money has increased rates by at least 35bps on multiple products. The lender said the move was in response...
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Halifax Intermediaries, Coventry and more to raise rates – Mortgage Strategy
Mar 14, 2026Halifax Intermediaries, Coventry for Intermediaries, BM Solutions, Keystone and Pepper will all be increasing rates over the coming days. This...
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Tariff ruling could hamstring unilateral release of GSEs
Mar 3, 2026Even if he was so-inclined to do so, President Trump might not be able to unilaterally release the government-sponsored enterprises...
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Pennymac 4Q results affected by shifting mortgage rates
Jan 30, 2026PennyMac Financial Services fourth quarter earnings were affected by the lower interest rate environment in the quarter, coming in higher...
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Rate-and-term refinances boost slight jump in lock activity
Jan 14, 2026Mortgage rate-lock activity ended the year on a strong note in spite of seasonal trends, new industry data found. Processing...
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Rates plummet into 5s after Trump orders Fannie and Freddie to buy mortgage bonds
Jan 11, 2026Hagen said brokers should keep a close eye on that ruling. If the government has to repay tariffs, it may...
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Trump’s MBS buying plan sparks rally, long-term doubts
Jan 10, 2026If it comes to fruition, President Trump’s call for a $200 billion purchase of mortgage-backed securities could further tighten MBS...
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