Mortgages & refinancing
Financial Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions. Numbers That Matter: April 20-24, 2026 in Context If mortgage rates were a thermostat, the nation just turned the dial down to a comfortable 6.43%
Mortgages & refinancing
Financial Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions. Overview of the April 24 Rate Increase: Data Snapshot When a thermostat jumps 0.75 °F overnight, the whole house feels the change; the same sudden
Mortgages & refinancing
When the mortgage thermostat jumps 0.75 points, the heat hits first-time buyers hardest. As of July 2024 the average 30-year fixed rate sits at 7.10%, a level not seen since the post-2008 recovery. Below we break down why that rise matters, how it compares abroad, and what concrete