Average 30-Year Mortgage Rate Ends 3-Week Slide

Average 30-Year Mortgage Rate Ends 3-Week Slide

By Alex Viega The average 30-year mortgage rate ticked up to 6% from 5.98% last week, while the 15-year rate averaged 5.43%, slightly down from 5.44% last week. WASHINGTON – The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate came off its lowest level in three and a half years...
Fed Rate Cuts Still on the Table

Fed Rate Cuts Still on the Table

Global tensions are adding uncertainty to the economic outlook, but one Federal Reserve official says interest rate cuts still make sense. WASHINGTON – Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran said Wednesday that he believes it remains appropriate to continue cutting...
IRS Rejected Your Tax Return? Now What?

IRS Rejected Your Tax Return? Now What?

By Andrew Dorn A rejected tax return can delay your refund if you don’t act quickly. Here’s how to spot the problem, fix it and resubmit before the deadline. WASHINGTON – Tax Day is approaching fast and knowing how to handle a rejection from the IRS can help keep your...
This Home Feature Is Making a Comeback

This Home Feature Is Making a Comeback

A once-common home feature is drawing renewed interest from homeowners seeking more usable living space. Experts say demand could climb sharply. WASHINGTON – The market research experts at Business Research Insights (BRI) report that the three-season sunroom market...
Florida Insurance Fee Ends Two Years Early

Florida Insurance Fee Ends Two Years Early

By Amy Connolly An assessment added after insurer failures will end in 2026, earlier than planned. Officials say policyholders statewide could save about $650 million. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A 1% emergency assessment on Florida property insurance policies will end two...