Katherine Watt

Katherine Watt is a financial journalist who specializes in real estate and mortgage rates. Her articles are known for their accuracy and lack of bias, making her a reliable source for financial news.

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Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

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Recent Articles

US Mortgage Rates See Sixth Consecutive Week of Decline

Broke On: Thursday, 07 December 2023 Mortgage interest rates have declined for the sixth consecutive week, reaching their lowest levels since August. The decrease in rates has spurred an increase in mortgage applications and refinancing activity. Experts predict that changing economic conditions could help stabilize mortgage rates in 2024.

Mortgage Rates Decrease on December 4, 2023 Amid Economic Factors

Broke On: Monday, 04 December 2023 Mortgage rates for December 4, 2023, have decreased compared to the previous week. The average rates for 30-year fixed loans, 15-year fixed loans, and 30-year jumbo loans are currently at 7.52%, 6.71%, and 7.57% respectively. Despite the decrease in mortgage rates, the demand for home buying remains low due to limited inventory and high prices. Experts predict that mortgage rates may stabilize in 2024 due to changing economic conditions.

Mortgage Rates Decrease on November 9, 2023: A Shift in the Housing Market

Broke On: Thursday, 09 November 2023 As of November 9, 2023, mortgage rates have decreased across the board. The Federal Reserve has held firm on another rate hike this month, indicating it expects rates to stay on the higher side for the foreseeable future. Adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) are becoming a competitive option again, offering lower rates than fixed-rate mortgages. Home affordability is at its worst level in nearly four decades, according to Fannie Mae.