by Beth McGuire | Mar 18, 2026 | Industry News, Latest News, National, News |
New data from the Mortgage Bankers Association shows applications for both home purchases and refinances fell significantly this week following increased mortgage rates and other market volatility in the wake of the conflict in the Middle East, economists said. ...
by | Mar 13, 2026 | Economy, Industry News, Latest News, National, News, Premier |
Consumer sentiment toward the economy, a vital metric for gauging whether consumers are feeling comfortable enough to make major purchases, showed positive signs at the outset of 2026. However, per the latest findings from the University of Michigan’s Survey of...
by | Mar 13, 2026 | Economy, Industry News, Latest News, National, News, Premier |
Despite some reports showing lower trends in inflation, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure continues to remain elevated ahead of possible complications from geopolitical tension, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis....
by Beth McGuire | Mar 12, 2026 | Industry News, Latest News, National, News |
The average mortgage rate remaining at or around the low 6% range continues to spur buyer activity, but economists warn it may not be enough to create a much-needed market shift in the face of ongoing economic uncertainty and wartime market volatility. The average...
by Beth McGuire | Mar 11, 2026 | Industry News, Latest News, National, News |
With the war in Iran causing market volatility this past week including an average mortgage rate increase from below and back up over 6%, home purchase application activity increased for the fourth straight week. According to the latest Market Composite Index from...