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Mortgage Rates Jump Again as U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Falls Apart

Table of Contents After appearing to finally have some relief from high interest rates on mortgages, the rates went even higher! This is all because of renewed conflict abroad. Rates Tick Up This Week The interest rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage climbed to 6.49% during the week ending July 9, 2026.That is an increase of 6 basis points compared to the 6.43% that was...

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Why the Fed Won’t Give Homebuyers a Rate Road Map

Table of Contents Key TakeawaysFed may give fewer rate hints.Mortgage rates could become more volatile.Past Fed guidance sometimes backfired.Homebuyers should focus on finances, not timing rates.Wondering the future of mortgage rates? And so is the Federal Reserve! One of the highest-ranking Fed officials has just argued in favor of remaining silent regarding future...

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Greenlawn McDonald’s Drive-Thru Sparks Local Debate

Key Takeaways A McDonald's drive-thru is proposed for a vacant lot at East Pulaski Road and Park Avenue in Greenlawn, but no final decision has been made yet.   Traffic, pedestrian safety, and emergency vehicle access are the community's biggest concerns.   The debate is split — some residents welcome the convenience and economic activity, while others want to protect neighborhood...

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America’s Best Lake Town for 2026

Table of Contents Key Takeaways✅ Traverse City, MI is Boatmart's #1 Best Lake Town for 2026.⚠️ Prices run high — $524,000 median, $861,000 for lakefront.✅ Cheaper picks exist, like Oswego, NY at just $175,000.Traverse City, Michigan has just won a huge accolade: it has been selected as the Best American Lake Town by Boatmart, an online marketplace...