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Making Sense of Interest Rates: From Hikes to Strategic Cuts

Interest Rates
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01.14.2026
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Jason Brookbank

After several years of aggressive rate hikes, the Federal Reserve has clearly shifted direction. Since late 2025, the Fed has cut its benchmark rate multiple times, signaling a move away from fighting runaway inflation and toward supporting sustainable economic growth. As of January 2026, following […]

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When Is the Best Time to Lock Your Mortgage Rate?

Interest Rates
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09.15.2025
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Sean Bunevich

If you’re in the process of buying a home or refinancing, one of the most important decisions […]

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What Is a Fixed-Rate Mortgage and Is It Right for You?

Homebuying 101, Interest Rates
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03.06.2025
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Sean Bunevich

Buying a home can be both exhilarating and intimidating. You’ve finally found that perfect pro […]

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Making Sense of Increasing Interest Rates

Interest Rates
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09.30.2022
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Bella Varga

Five and counting! That’s how many times the Federal Reserve has raised its rate since March 2022. […]

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Need to Buy a Home? ARM Loans Push Back High Interest Rates

Interest Rates
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06.22.2022
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Bella Varga

On Wednesday, June 15, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by three-quarters of a percentage p […]

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