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What the mortgage rates press and forums are saying · updated
From the press
VA News (news.va.gov) ·

VA Research Wrap Up: New findings on liver cancer, suicide screening and heart failure

VA Research highlights how statins may protect against liver cancer, new info on suicide screening, and a potential new treatment to prevent heart failure.
HousingWire Mortgage section ·

AI voice agents target real estate’s next conversion opportunity

CINC’s Jeff Walker says the priority is recognizing lead intent during a 12-month sales cycle and acting at the right moment
Fortune ·

RIP, neoliberalism. Its ghosts live on

Are Americans closet socialists or closet neoliberals? Economic swingers, perhaps?
Kiplinger Mortgages ·

How Advisers Can Focus on Existing Clients for Growth

Growth for financial advisers isn't just about new prospects — it's about deepening trust with existing clients so you earn the right to guide their next move.
Freddie Mac (Primary Mortgage Market Survey / Investor Relations) ·

Mortgage Rates Hold Steady at 7.40%

Freddie Mac Multifamily Announces Launch of Integrated Conventional Small Product for Loans Under $10 Million Content Import Wed, 04/15/2026 - 16:21 Read more about Freddie Mac Multifamily Announces…
The Mortgage Reports, Today's Mortgage and Refinance Rates ·

September inflation reached 3.7%. What it could mean for mortgage rates before October 28

September inflation reached 3.7%, above forecasts. Here's how bond-market moves could affect mortgage quotes before the October 28 Fed decision.
myFICO Forums, Mortgage Loans board ·

How to find which bank owns the Covid relief lien?

Hi, im looking at doing a HELPC soon. I know there's a lien on the house due when I sell it for missed payments during COVID times. But I have no idea which bank owns it- is there a way to find out?…
VA News (news.va.gov) ·

Turn your military experience into a civilian-ready resume

Turn military experience into a civilian-ready resume with Resume Engine, a free tool from Hiring Our Heroes featuring AI and expert support.
HousingWire Mortgage section ·

Housing M&A shifts as global capital retargets residential futures

Zelman data shows housing M&A deal value up 56% through Aug. 2026 while investment grade issuance fell 71%
Fortune ·

Anthropic’s IPO could be the biggest ever. Your AI budget helps explain why

An early Anthropic backer predicts the stock will trade at up to $2.4 trillion, Fortune reports.
Kiplinger Mortgages ·

Ask the Tax Editor: Questions on Vehicle Expenses

Kiplinger editor Joy Taylor answers readers' questions about deducting vehicle expenses, including the standard mileage allowance.
The Mortgage Reports, Today's Mortgage and Refinance Rates ·

I Own My House Outright and Want a Loan: Is It Possible? | 2026

Yes. If you own your house outright and want a loan, you can borrow against it with a home equity loan, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a […]
VA News (news.va.gov) ·

Veterans Day National Committee selects Regional Sites for 2026

VA and the Veterans Day National Committee selected 48 Regional Sites in 24 states as official partners to hold VA-approved Veterans Day observances.
HousingWire Mortgage section ·

Could your lead-gen and referral practices face FTC scrutiny? Senators want a closer look

Letter cites lead gen referrals, mortgage steering, and office exclusive listings as affordability pressures
Fortune ·

I believe in AI. But my AI assistant gave me more work than it could finish

My to-do-list has a to-do list.
Kiplinger Mortgages ·

Tax-Efficient Retirement Income Strategies

Protecting clients' retirement income requires proactive tax management, optimized Social Security timing and flexible withdrawal strategies.
The Mortgage Reports, Today's Mortgage and Refinance Rates ·

Home Equity Investment for Low Credit: Credit Score Requirements

Home equity investments are one of the most common HELOC alternatives, and borrowers with credit scores as low as 500 could be approved.
VA News (news.va.gov) ·

John Wasson’s tribute to the caregivers who never gave up on him

After receiving care at Grand Junction VA Medical Center, an Army Veteran wrote a song called “What You Do Matters” as a tribute to the staff who cared for him.
HousingWire Mortgage section ·

Mortgage underwriting has a blind spot: The homeowner’s largest risk

A diversified benchmark approach could reduce balance sheet shocks that precede credit deterioration
Fortune ·

Glassdoor President: finding the right job shouldn’t feel like winning the lottery

Nobody designed a process this broken on purpose. The assumption that more is better—apply to more jobs and the odds improve—is laughable in the AI age.
Kiplinger Mortgages ·

Stocks Churn Up Even as Tech Gets Chipped: Stock Market Today

Chipmakers were down for an eighth straight trading session, but money is flowing into other corners of the market, including bonds.
The Mortgage Reports, Today's Mortgage and Refinance Rates ·

How To Get A HELOC | Process & Requirements 2026

HELOCs are a great way to turn home equity into cash without refinancing. Learn how to get a HELOC in this step-by-step guide.
VA News (news.va.gov) ·

From uniform to unforgettable: Marine Corps Veteran Martin Martinez

For some Veterans, service is a single chapter. For Martin Martinez, it's a family inheritance that never really ended, it just changed instruments.
HousingWire Mortgage section ·

Beazer Homes stockholders approve $2.2B sale to Dream Finders

The all-cash deal is now expected to close on October 20
Fortune ·

Samsung Electronics exec: The investments that last build more than factories

A factory is only the beginning. Lasting investment builds the workforce, suppliers and institutions that help a community thrive.
Kiplinger Mortgages ·

It's About to Get Harder to Get a Refund for Delayed Flights

The Department of Transportation's new rule limits your right to compensation for delayed flights.
The Mortgage Reports, Today's Mortgage and Refinance Rates ·

Home Equity Loan for an ADU or Home Addition: How It Works

Thinking about using a home equity loan to build an ADU or addition? Learn how much you can borrow, how it compares to renovation and...
VA News (news.va.gov) ·

Deepfake phishing: Don’t be fooled.

Fake ads, flyers, videos and audio calls are tricking people every day, sometimes people just like you. Here's how to stay ahead against deepfake phishing.
HousingWire Mortgage section ·

New York 485-x filings cluster at 99 units to avoid wage rule

Latent Urban found 49 registered projects at exactly 99 units across the April and October releases
Fortune ·

Indonesia’s Danantara pledges $5 billion to home-grown companies as MSCI once again threatens a downgrade

Chief investment officer Pandu Sjahrir says consumer stocks are cheap; MSCI's proposed standalone reclassification threatens to deepen the sell-off.
Kiplinger Mortgages ·

Is Your Tax Professional Filing Your Taxes or Actually Planning Them?

An ongoing CPA shortage means high earners can no longer afford to settle for backward-looking compliance.
VA News (news.va.gov) ·

VRCN partners build pathways from homelessness to stability

Explore how VRCN partners help Veterans move from homelessness to stability through housing, support services and community connections.
HousingWire Mortgage section ·

Surging jobsite raids put 370,000 new home completions at risk

Census data show 256,000 homes under construction and 114,000 not started, as builders push for year end completions
Fortune ·

Current price of oil as of October 16, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.
Kiplinger Mortgages ·

Turning 65? 5 Common Medicare Mistakes to Avoid

"Medicare will happen when I turn 65. I don't need to think about it, right?" Wrong. Get up to speed with the system now to prevent stress and save money later.
VA News (news.va.gov) ·

VA improves health information sharing with community providers

VA is improving how health information is shared across systems, giving care teams complete records, and strengthening training for better sharing.
HousingWire Mortgage section ·

Homa raises $5M to expand across California, add mortgage lending

The brokerage, also live in Florida and Texas, offers buyers up to 2% of the purchase price back at closing
Fortune ·

Anthropic and General Catalyst: the market is mispricing resilience

Markets price the cost of resilience before its value. That leaves a blind spot around companies built to grow through disruption.
Kiplinger Mortgages ·

Social Security Tax Limit Rises for 2027: Who Will Pay More?

A 4.2% higher wage base means more taxes for some earners next year.
From Rate Roundup
What the First Time Home Buyer Subreddit Says About Buying Your First Home
What the First Time Home Buyer Subreddit Says About Buying Your First Home
On the forums
Had a falling out with Mother & brother who were both going to gift me money towards buying a house in Minnesota
r/Mortgages · 7 · 6
What to do with my parents money
r/personalfinance · 76 · 26 Other
Millions of boomer's kids trying to sell their parents houses. I am thinking that home prices will continue to stagnate for many years
r/RealEstate · 181 · 213 Data
Closing Costs Savings to Large Principal Payment
r/Mortgages · 5 · 7
Canadian in the US: Lost job, must return home, no savings. Need help navigating debts (CAN/US)
r/personalfinance · 71 · 38 Debt
As a realtor what do you do in this instance
r/RealEstate · 65 · 103
The rates I just got on my mortgage
r/Mortgages · 136 · 126
Is there any reason I shouldn’t immediately pay off my car?
r/personalfinance · 24 · 101 Auto
The dream house at the right price… with one catch: an in-ground pool. Would you buy it?
r/RealEstate · 119 · 560 Homebuyer
Can someone dumb it down maxing 401k over brokerage?
r/personalfinance · 241 · 202 Planning
Update on the Hostile Seller at the Inspection of the House
r/RealEstate · 551 · 118
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