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Changes to Fannie Mae’s criteria may open a pathway to homeownership for some buyers.

Even with a pay raise, homeownership has moved further out of reach for younger generations.

Following the Federal Reserve rate cut in September, you might be asking, is it time to buy or sell a home? Here are some insights.

Today’s mortgage rates already reflect the likelihood of a September Federal Reserve rate cut.

The candidates’ plans could help or hurt housing affordability, experts say.

Can a Fed rate cut stop the housing market roller coaster?

Mortgage rates have fallen, but the imminent Fed cut could make them even more favorable for refinancers.

Almost half of homeowners in a new Bankrate survey say they’d need mortgage rates to fall below 5 percent in order to feel comfortable buying a home this year.
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