30-year fixed mortgage rate tops 7% for the first time in over a year

The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage crossed over 7% for the first time in more than a year, as home prices continue to rise and sales drop.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/10/30-year-fixed-mortgage-rate-crosses.html

Home sales fall in August despite the highest supply in over a decade

Home sales slowed again despite the highest supply of homes for sale in over a decade. Prices, however, continue to rise.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/10/home-sales-august-supply.html

Trump pushes Fed for lower rates, but consumers may be better off with a hike, experts say

As the Trump administration ramps up pressure on the Federal Reserve, consumers may be better served if senior officials back off, experts say.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/09/fed-interest-rates-consumers-benefit-rates-stay-higher.html

Demand for riskier mortgages rises again, along with interest rates

Mortgage rates continue to climb, so more borrowers are turning to adjustable rate mortgages, which offer lower interest rates comparatively.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/09/demand-for-riskier-mortgages-rises-again-along-with-interest-rates.html

These dividend stocks could catch a tailwind from data center pushback

The backlash against artificial intelligence data centers could prove a tailwind for real estate investment trusts in the sector.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/08/these-dividend-stocks-could-catch-a-tailwind-from-data-center-pushback.html

Here’s where rental demand is heading and what it means for future home sales

As U.S. rent prices rise, more tenants are relocating to cheaper markets, according to a new report by Zillow.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/08/rental-demand-home-sales-zillow-report.html

Demand for riskier mortgages rises along with interest rates

Mortgage rates continue to rise, pushing some buyers to riskier, adjustable-rate loans in order to find savings. Rates are at the highest level since June 2025.

from Real Estate https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/02/demand-for-riskier-mortgages-rises-along-with-interest-rates.html