USA Today reports on the rise in mortgage rates, largely due to the decrease in U.S. government bond prices post-election. More, here.

 

If you don’t get the results you’re expecting, your relationship with a real estate agent may begin to sour. USA Today has a short piece on how and when to fire your real estate agent. More, here.

 

Diana Olick, with CNBC, has a video online accompanied by an article explaining the rise in mortgage rates, and their implications on the future. More, here.

 

Ely Razin, in a piece for Forbes, explores how the Trump presidency could impact the real estate market. More, here.

 

There’s a new program available that allows borrowers to student loans for mortgage debt. It may not be the best option for many, because with the home as collateral, the bank could foreclose for nonpayment. More, here.

 

Average rates on 15-year and 30-year fixed mortgages were down today. 5/1 ARMs, the most popular of the variable rate mortgage options, were also lower. More, here.

 

Sean Williams, writing for The Motley Fool, shares some ideas—10 to be exact—for getting a better mortgage rate. More, here.

 

Bankrate reports that mortgage rates have increased to their highest level since the June Brexit vote. More, here.

 

MoneyTalks put together some ideas that may help you save on mortgage costs. More, here.

 

There hasn’t been any urgency to refinance this year, as mortgage rates have been consistently low. But, now that rates are in flux, and there may be a substantial increase over the coming months, Nasdaq.com has some good information to take into consideration regarding refinancing. More, here.