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Could coronavirus force a rate cut? by Ryan Smith
Market watchers predict the Fed may be forced to cut rates soon to avoid a financial crisis
Fed announces rate decision by Ryan Smith
The announcement came after a meeting of the central bank’s governing body

Rate Snapshot: MBS, treasuries experience huge moves since Christmas by MPA
The 10-year yield and MBS are experiencing low rates, but keep in mind to expect increased volatility at these low interest rate levels.
Rates end year near 2014 lows by MPA
Mortgage rates crept up slightly this week, but still ended the year below 4%
Rate Snapshot: Smaller appreciation increases to make homes affordable to more Americans by MPA
The Case/Shiller 20-City home price index was released this morning and the take away, at least by many, is that smaller increases in home prices will make home purchases more affordable to more Americans. That of course assumes that consumers are really interested in buying a home.

Rate Snapshot: Fed will likely hold rates near zero through first quarter by MPA
U.S. equities jumped 5% in the past three sessions as Fed Chair Janet Yellen said the central bank will likely hold key rates near zero at least through the first quarter, even as the U.S. economy strengthens.
How five key housing predictions for 2014 fared by MPA
Many people had many predictions for this year, but which ones panned out? Here's a look at how they fared, and what that means for housing and the economy in 2015.
Rate Snapshot: When will the Fed begin increasing rates? by MPA
This week is all about the FOMC policy statement and how the phrasing of the statement will be translated to when the Fed is going to begin increasing interest rates.