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Interest Rates Stuck, First‑Time Buyers Pay 60% More

First-time homebuyers are paying roughly 60% more in monthly mortgage costs than they did in 2022, and rates are expected to stay high through 2027.1 This reality stems from the Federal Reserve’s extended hold on interest rate cuts, forcing buyers to adjust their financial plans. Financial Disclaimer: This

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Interest Rates Exposed: Why First‑time Homebuyers Wait?

First-time homebuyers wait because they fear a rate hike that could add thousands to a mortgage payment. When the Federal Reserve holds the benchmark at 3.75%, the window to lock a low fixed rate is razor thin, and many assume the next move will erase any advantage. Financial Disclaimer: