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Fed announces rate hike decision by Ryan Smith
The Fed announced its decision moments ago
Just how certain is that March rate hike? by Ryan Smith
Observers have seemed nearly certain that the Fed will hike rates later this month – but at least one Fed official is counseling patience

Mortgage apps down, refis hit 8-month low by MPA
Mortgage applications dropped last week, while refis hit their lowest level since September
Fed won't raise rates yet, but hike could come later this year by Ryan Smith
The Fed's soft outlook on rate hikes means business as usual for mortgage rates -- but bond traders still expect rates to rise this year
Rates down heading into spring buying season by MPA
Fixed rates remained near 2015 lows this week, according to Freddie Mac

Warren: It’s time to break up too-big-to-fail banks by MPA
In a speech Wednesday, the outspoken senator called on lawmakers to cap the size of the largest financial institutions and limit emergency lending by the Fed to troubled institutions.
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?

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