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This week’s money news

September 3, 2024 By Liz Weston

This week’s top story: First-time home buyer affordability report – Q2 2024. In other news: September mortgage outlook, weekly mortgage rates drop, and pay interest while in school.

First-Time Home Buyer Affordability Report – Q2 2024
Making a larger down payment or choosing a less desirable home could make this initial purchase easier, but not all homebuying hopefuls will find those options possible.

September Mortgage Outlook: Rates Should Fall Again
Mortgage rates have fallen four months in a row, and they’ll probably go down in September and extend the streak to five months.

Weekly Mortgage Rates Drop, Easing Affordability
Mortgage rates fell this week after the chair of the Federal Reserve uttered long-awaited, market-moving words.

Want Cheaper College? Pay Interest While in School
Making optional student loan payments while you’re in school or during your grace period can save thousands in the long-run.

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