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Interest-rate hikes could accelerate, Fed official warns by Ryan Smith
While economic indicators are mostly good, the Fed official said there were some signs of "overheating"
Powell: Fed won't bow to Trump's criticism by Ryan Smith
The Fed chairman told a South Carolina Republican that the central bank will maintain its independence despite recent jabs from the president

CFPB issues guidance on housing counselor requirement by MPA
The final rule includes additional instructions for providing housing counselor information and features an online tool lenders can use.
Fed officials say June rate hike could still happen by MPA
Central bank officials are eager to get the rate hike process started, according to recently released minutes from the FOMC meeting. However, is the economy ready?
Johns Hopkins professor: Tremors in housing market pose threat to emerging economies by MPA
Researches have discovered that the ups and downs in the housing market are very different for advanced economies compared to emerging ones—an important insight as the U.S. Federal Reserve considers raising rates.

Mortgage rates return to 2015 low point by MPA
The low rate is a welcome sign for the Spring home buying season, but how long will it last?
Why the Fed will never give a clear answer on rates by
What could go wrong if the Fed tries to force rates higher? According to RealtyTrac, a lot could happen, which is probably one of the reasons why the bank is so unclear.
Rate Snapshot: Fed removes 'patient' but isn't impatient about raising rates by
Will they, won't they, when will they? The recent FOMC meeting gives us some answers.

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