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Mortgage Rate Trend Index
Each week, Bankrate.com surveys mortgage experts to gauge the state of mortgage rates over the next 30 to 45 days: Will rates rise, fall or remain relatively unchanged?
Featured Article from Bankrate.com
Rate Trend Index -- Mortgages
Posted: May 8, 2008
Each week, Bankrate.com surveys experts to gauge which way interest rates are headed on mortgages -- a vital tool if you're about to buy a home. Read More
Interest Rate Roundup
Posted: May 8, 2008
Here's a look at the state of interest rates on five common consumer banking products and the latest rates from Bankrate.com's weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts. Read More
Seeking a workout? Be patient
Posted: May 8, 2008
If there's a lesson for homeowners trying to avoid foreclosure, it is this: Be patient, don't take mortgage servicers' actions personally, and be ready to send paperwork multiple times. Read More
Mortgage rates dip slightly this week
Posted: May 8, 2008
Mortgage rates went down a bit this week, with the 30-year fixed at 6.13 percent. Read More
Low consumer confidence plagues market
Posted: May 7, 2008
Optimistic consumers are more likely to buy a home, say economists, but with consumer confidence at its lowest level in 17 years, the real estate market is unlikely to rebound soon. Read More
Featured Blog from Bankrate.com
Can't afford mortgage? HOP on
Posted: May 2, 2008
The unemployment rate fell because a lot of people have part-time jobs, even though they would prefer to work full-time. Read More
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