Mortgage rates hit lowest level in nearly 4 years, but homebuyers are still stuck on the sidelines

Mortgage rates dropped to the lowest level since 2022 last week, but demand from homebuyers dropped as well, as they continue to struggle with affordability.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/25/mortgage-rates-hit-lowest-level-in-nearly-4-years.html

5 takeaways from Trump's State of Union address

Democrats are nipping at the heels of the incumbent Republicans for control of Congress in the 2026 midterms.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/25/takeaways-trump-state-of-the-union-2026.html

Democrats counter Trump's proposal to limit institutional housing investors

A new bill from Sen. Elizabeth Warren targets investors who own 50-plus single-family homes, and breaks with a White House proposal.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/24/warren-trump-housing-investment-ban-affordability.html

Mortgage rates just dropped below 6%, matching lowest level since 2022

Mortgage rates dropped below 6%, matching their lowest levels since 2022, as economic concerns over tariffs and a recent GDP report cause bond yields to drop.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/23/mortgage-rates-below-6percent-lowest-in-4-years.html

Homebuyers are paying more for mortgage credit checks. Here’s why

Despite being a small part of closing costs, credit report fees have become a flashpoint in the mortgage industry.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/22/cost-of-credit-reports-for-mortgages-center-of-debate-what-to-know-.html

Personal loans surge amid affordability struggles: It's 'the middle-class refinancing option,' expert says

Some borrowers are turning to personal loans to refinance credit card debt. Those loans are expected increase nearly 6% this year, TransUnion forecasts

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/20/subprime-borrowers-personal-loans.html

From 'vanlords' to safe parking sites: How RVs became Silicon Valley's housing safety net

Across California, the number of people living in vehicles has surged in recent years due to soaring rents.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/20/how-rvs-became-silicon-valleys-housing-safety-net.html