Fed Rate Cuts Aren't a Cure-All for High Mortgage Rates

Next Fed rate cut could be 'least justified one in modern history': Leuthold Group
Forget the "Fed put." These days, it's starting to seem like the Federal Reserve has been working on a new derivative: the Fed call. That's according to Doug Ramsey, chief investment officer and portfolio manager at the Leuthold Group.
The Fed Cut Interest Rates In November, And More Rate Cuts Are Coming
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25% on November 7. More interest rate cuts are likely through the end of 2026.
What the Fed rate cut means for mortgage interest rates
Mortgage rates, in particular, surged last year to their highest level since 2000 but have since come down alongside inflation. But it's been a bumpy ride back to the bottom in recent weeks. What, then, does this latest Fed rate cut mean for mortgage interest rates? That's what we'll break down below.
The Fed just cut interest rates again, this time by a quarter of a percentage point
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter of a percent as inflation begins the path to stabilization.
A Fed rate cut may be coming, but it may be too small for Americans to notice
The Fed is expected to cut rates for a second straight month but by a smaller amount. How and when consumers may feel the effects isn't as clear.
Fed Cut Interest Rates, So Why Do Mortgage Rates Keep Climbing?
Though the Federal Reserve has been cutting interest rates, mortgage rates have been increasing or holding steady. When will potential homeowners see mortgage relief.
What the Fed rate cut means for HELOC interest rates
The Federal Reserve issued another cut to the federal funds rate this week. Here's what it could mean for HELOC rates.
Mortgage rates inch closer to 7% after Fed rate cut and Trump’s win
Despite the increase in rates, some home buyers were returning to the market, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. The market composite index — a measure of mortgage a
Today's Mortgage Rates, November 12, 2024 | Rates Drop Back Down
These are today's mortgage and refinance rates. Mortgage rates are down slightly today, but they're still higher than they've been in recent months.
Why Fed Rate Cuts Aren't a Cure-All for High Mortgage Rates
Following the Fed's 0.5% rate cut in September, mortgage rates went up, not down. Even though the central bank's policy decisions and economic outlook affect credit markets, the F
What Fed’s latest rate drop means for your mortgage, credit cards, retirement and more
When the Federal Reserve cuts its key interest rate, the decision begins to ripple outwards, affecting everyone from credit card holders to car buyers to corporations. Reset talks with a personal finance expert about what you need to know about the recent rate cut as well as tips for saving for retirement in today’s economy.
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