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From how much house you can afford to today's rates, CNET breaks down everything you need to know about mortgages.

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Refinance Rates for May 27, 2022: Rates Continue to Drop Off

Refinance Rates for May 27, 2022: Rates Continue to Drop Off

Multiple important refinance rates receded again today, continuing a downward trend since last week.

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Mortgage Rates for May 27, 2022: Rates Cooling Off Throughout the Week

Mortgage Rates for May 27, 2022: Rates Cooling Off Throughout the Week

Today a couple of notable mortgage rates slid lower again, though rates are expected to rise this year.

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CNET Mortgage Calculator: How Much House Can You Afford?

CNET Mortgage Calculator: How Much House Can You Afford?

Figure out your monthly mortgage payment -- and whether your dream home fits your actual budget.

Mortgage Refinance Rates on May 25, 2022: Rates Decline

Mortgage Refinance Rates on May 25, 2022: Rates Decline

Multiple benchmark refinance rates went down again today.

Here Are Mortgage Rates for May 25, 2022: Rates Ease

Here Are Mortgage Rates for May 25, 2022: Rates Ease

A couple notable mortgage rates moved down, though rates are still expected to rise this year.

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Current Mortgage Rates: Compare Today's Rates

Here's what you need to know to lock in the best rate possible for that home loan.

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Current Refinance Rates: Compare Today's Rates

With mortgage rates at historic lows, this is a good time to consider a refi.

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ARMs Were Risky During the Great Recession. Why Are People Choosing Them Now?

Demand for adjustable-rate mortgages recently hit a 14-year high.

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New Home Sales See Sharp Drop Off, a Signal US Housing Boom Is Slowing

Sales of new homes sink to the lowest level in two years.

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Competition to Buy a Home Is Decreasing -- but Mortgage Costs Will Continue Rising

It may be easier to buy a home in 2022, but prices and rates will keep going up.

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Yes, You Can Buy a Home in 2022: Tips From a Real Estate Agent

The real estate market has been anything but ordinary in the past few years. Here's how to cut through the noise and land your first home.

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Mortgage Rates for April 28, 2022: Rates Inch Higher

Mortgage rates are up slightly from last week. If you're looking to buy a home, find out how this could impact you.

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Why Rising Mortgage Rates May Be Your Ticket to Loan Approval

Rising interest rates have an upside -- they may help you get approved for a home loan more easily.

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Rent Increases by Nearly 20% Across the US: What Renters Need to Know

Experts recommend spending only 30% of your monthly income on housing, but that goal may be unattainable for many renters.

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How Much House Can I Afford?

Figure out your monthly mortgage payment -- and whether your dream home fits your actual budget.

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