Real Estate & Mortgage News

Current Refinance Rates by State

The states with the lowest 30-year mortgage refinance rates include New York, California, Florida, New Jersey, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington, with averages between 6.56% and 6.77%. Conversely, West Virginia, Ohio, Alaska, Alabama, Arizona, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. have the highest rates, ranging from 6.84% to 6.87%. The national average for 30-year refinance mortgages is...

The best credit cards for building credit of March 2025

The Capital One Platinum Credit Card is ideal for those with average credit, offering no annual fee and the potential for a higher credit line in six months. The Discover it® Student Cash Back card offers 5% back on rotating categories and matches cash back in the first year. The Discover it® Secured Credit Card provides cash-back rewards and a path to an unsecured card. The Petal® 2 Visa® offers up...

Understanding Social Security retirement age changes

As many Americans prepare for retirement, the adjustment to the Social Security retirement age necessitates a reevaluation of strategies. The full retirement age (FRA) has increased, with those born in 1960 or later facing an FRA of 67. Claiming benefits early can reduce payouts by up to 30%, while delaying until age 70 can increase benefits by 32%. Individuals over 62 should assess their FRA, while...