Morgan Stanley urges pre-retirees to tackle high-interest debt, but the guide never spells out how mortgage rate and cash reserves change the payoff math.

IRVINE, Calif., September 03, 2026--loanDepot continues to receive national recognition in 2026 for performance across several categories valued by today’s borrowers.

Home buying is entering a quiet period while prices have dipped in certain metro areas of the U.S., making homes more affordable.

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to 6.71% for the week ending September 3, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) — its highest level since July 31, 2025, when it stood at 6.72%.

NEXA Lending today announced that Mortgage Nerds, led by longtime mortgage professionals Mike Cox and Brian Hofmann, is joining the NEXA platform following an approximately 18-month search for the right home for the company's next stage of growth.

Making extra principal payments on a mortgage can save thousands in interest and accelerate your payoff date. It isn't always a smart move.

Pending home sales in August dropped for the first time in eight months against a backdrop of surging mortgage rates.

Conventional, FHA, USDA, VA: four mortgage types with very different rules, costs, and trade-offs that can make or break your path to homeownership. Knowing which one fits your situation starts with understanding what sets them apart.