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Fed announces rate decision by Ryan Smith
The Federal Reserve announced the decision after a meeting of its board of governors
Are you in one of the most competitive mortgage markets? by Ryan Smith
With interest rates rising, borrowers in some markets can save thousands by shopping around

Rate snapshot: Is the world headed for a currency war? by MPA
Both Europe and China both want to weaken their currency -- which could be bad news for US exports. This and more in today's rate snapshot
Private equity firm to invest $1 billion in high-risk mortgages by Rachel.Norvell
Billionaire John Grayken’s company is raising money to buy bonds mostly backed by borrowers with troubled credit histories
Rate snapshot: Unemployment levels best in 6 years, trade deficit shrinks by MPA
The trade deficit hit a seven-month low, and September unemployment dropped below 6%. This and more in today's rate snapshot

Rate snapshot: Jobless claims down, MBS rally by MPA
A surprising rally in the bond and MBS markets yesterday, and jobless claims, expected to be up, dropped by 8,000. This and more in today's rate snapshot
Mortgage conduit rolls out $276.9 million second jumbo RMBS by Rachel.Norvell
Second deal this year for the hedge fund-tied mortgage buyer
Rate snapshot: Mortgage applications down, bond and MBS markets improving by MPA
Mortgage applications declined again last week, but the bond and MBS markets made a good start this morning. This and more in today's rate snapshot

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