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Kate Wood

Kate Wood

Leader Writer, Mortgages and Homeownership at NerdWallet

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Recent Articles

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Mortgage Rates Today, Tuesday, September 15: A Little Lower, But …

Mortgage interest rates dipped slightly this morning. It's just a blip.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Monday, September 14: Over 7%

Markets now expect the Fed to raise the funds rate on Wednesday, and that's pushing mortgage interest rates higher.
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Mortgage Rates Rise This Week as Markets Anticipate Fed Hike

Hawkish remarks from the Fed chair and renewed fighting in Iran pushed mortgage interest rates higher this week.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Thursday, September 3: Hovering

Mortgage interest rates didn't move a ton this morning, but they've already risen substantially this week.
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Does Quicken Loans Still Exist?

Quicken Loans is no longer a mortgage lender, though its site can connect you with mortgage lenders.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Friday, August 21: A Bit Higher

Markets have moved on from the Treasury's big announcement and mortgage interest rates are back up.
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What Is a Condo? | Guide to Buying a Condo

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Mortgage Rates Are Lower This Week. Could They Drop Further?

Mortgage interest rates ebbed slightly this week. The Treasury Department's plan to buy more longer-term bonds could potentially support lower rates.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Thursday, August 20: Down Again

It's not a dramatic slide, but rate-friendly news has had mortgage interest rates shifting lower all week.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Wednesday, August 19: A Little Lower

Mortgage interest rates' daily ups and downs have been driven by the Iran war, but shifts in the U.S. economy may be signaling a higher-for-longer rate environment. Save money by comparing customized rates from NerdWallet.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Tuesday, August 18: Slightly Lower

Mortgage interest rates eased slightly this morning as the U.S. and Iran appear to be at an impasse.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Monday, August 17: A Little Jolt

Mortgage interest rates' daily ups and downs have been driven by the Iran war, but shifts in the U.S. economy may be signaling a higher-for-longer rate environment. Save money by comparing customized rates from NerdWallet.
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Homebuying and Mortgage Statistics

See NerdWallet data and statistics about homebuying, homeownership, mortgage rates and the U.S. housing market
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August Mortgage Outlook: Rates Heading Higher

The bond market's reactions to the war in Iran and a less transparent Fed are likely to keep pushing mortgage rates higher in August.
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WATCH: 21st Century ROAD to Housing Bill Becomes Law. Will It Lower...

A massive bipartisan housing bill just became law, but it probably won't lower home prices quickly.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Friday, July 10: A Little Higher

Renewed conflict in the Middle East has had mortgage interest rates back on the rise this week.
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Mortgage Rates Rise as Iran Ceasefire Crumbles

Mortgage interest rates are higher this week as the Iran conflict stokes inflation fears.
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How Much Money Do You Need to Buy a House?

The amount it costs to buy a house is more than just the asking price. You'll need to budget for both upfront and ongoing costs.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Tuesday, July 7: A Smidge Lower

Mortgage interest rates are still slumping as markets work to figure out what's next from the FOMC.
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How to Get a Mortgage

From pre-approval to closing, here's a step-by-step guide on what it takes to get a home loan.
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Down Payment on a House: How Much Do You Really Need?

The required down payment on a house depends on the type of mortgage, the lender and your financial circumstances. Learn more about how much you'll need.