February 26, 2026
“For the first time in three and a half years, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped into the 5% range, falling even lower than last week’s milestone,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “This rate, […]
February 19, 2026
“Mortgage rates dropped again this week, now down to their lowest level since September of 2022,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “This lower rate environment is not only improving affordability for prospective homebuyers, […]
February 12, 2026
“Bolstered by strong economic growth, a solid labor market and mortgage rates at three-year lows, housing affordability continues to measurably improve. These factors have caught the attention of many prospective homebuyers, driving purchase application activity […]
February 8, 2026
Department of Business and Industry Director Dr. Kristopher Sanchez, in conjunction with Nevada Consumer Affairs (“NCA”), today announced an active investigation into MV Realty PBC, LLC, MV Realty of Nevada, LLC, and certain affiliated entities […]
February 7, 2026
It’s rare to find a home that respects the past without being haunted by old plumbing. If you’re tired of the “grey-on-grey” HGTV flips that strip away every ounce of character, 1020 Sweeney in the […]
February 5, 2026
“For the last several weeks, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has remained at its lowest level in years,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “The combination of improving affordability and availability of homes to purchase […]
January 23, 2026
“With the economy improving and the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage nearly a percentage point lower than last year, more homebuyers are entering the market,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “Buyers always should shop […]
January 15, 2026
“Late last week, mortgage rates dropped, driving the weekly average down to its lowest level in more than three years,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “The impacts are noticeable, as weekly purchase applications […]
January 13, 2026
Would-be homebuyers aren’t sitting on the sidelines because they don’t want to buy. They’re sitting out because they think they can’t. And sometimes, it’s their credit score that’s holding them back. According to a Bankrate […]
January 8, 2026
“In the first full week of the new year, mortgage rates remained within a narrow range, hovering close to the 6% mark,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “The combination of solid economic growth […]