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Closing Costs for Buying a Home Have Risen Along With Rates

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Closing Costs for Buying a Home Have Risen Along With Rates

These mortgage fees increased 22 percent from 2021 to 2022. One likely factor is the greater use of discount points to nudge interest rates down.

By Ann Carrns

High Mortgage Rates Leave Biden Searching for Housing Relief

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High Mortgage Rates Leave Biden Searching for Housing Relief

The president and his team are seeking ways to help Americans afford to rent and buy homes, as high borrowing costs dampen views of the economy.

By Jim Tankersley

A Mortgage After 65: A ‘No Brainer’ or a Big Risk?

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A Mortgage After 65: A ‘No Brainer’ or a Big Risk?

Fueled by once-low rates, more older Americans have mortgage debt, according to new research. But the downsides can be significant, some experts say.

By Martha C. White

What the Fed’s Moves Mean for Mortgages, Credit Cards and Savings

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What the Fed’s Moves Mean for Mortgages, Credit Cards and Savings

Higher rates benefit those who can save, but for borrowers, falling rates would reduce bills on credit cards, student loans and other forms of debt.

By Tara Siegel Bernard