As the federal government nears its Sept. 30 funding deadline, a shutdown seems increasingly likely. And since the government and general economy are essentially intertwined, a shutdown could impact ...

A rising inflation rate could complicate the mortgage interest rate climate. OsakaWayne Studios/ . Inflation is on the rise again. That was the major economic takeaway ...

As the government borrows more and more it makes it more expensive for U.S. consumers to borrow money for mortgages, cars, ...

After a lengthy pause, the Federal Reserve on Sept. 17 announced a quarter percentage point cut to its benchmark interest rate. Economists say it is likely the first in a series of reductions that ...

The Fed’s cut has grabbed headlines, but mortgage rates can do their own thing. Learn what’s driving them—and what it means ...

The Fed Reserve cut its key interest rate this week as it continues driving in the dark amid the ongoing shutdown.

The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point for the second time since September ...

The Federal Reserve has lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point, in a highly anticipated decision surrounded by extraordinary political drama. The 11-1 decision supported by ...

A government shutdown could drive recession fears and lead to lower mortgage rates as investors flee to the safety of the bond market. However, interest rates aren't the only factor mortgage borrowers ...