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There are no new ideas on our side about ensuring the political appointees are actually accountable to the chief executive they report to.

Mortgage rates dropped this week and remain low today. Rates have been somewhat volatile over the past few weeks.

Mortgage rates are down today from a week ago. Rates will likely continue to drop throughout 2023 as the Fed eases up on its fight against inflation.

Mortgage rates have inched up recently, though they're holding steady today. As rates drop later this year, homebuying activity should pick up.

Mortgage rates increased this week and are higher today than they've been in previous weeks. Rates may start to decrease once the job market slows.

Mortgage rates are slightly lower today than they were at the beginning of the week. We may start to see more substantial rate drops later this year.

Homes are affordable in Kansas overall, and you could lock in a low mortgage rate for the entire life of your loan.

Mortgage rates increased somewhat last week but have been holding steady since. Rates remain well below their November 2022 peak.

Homes are more affordable in Arkansas than in other parts of the US, and you can lock in a low rate for the entire life of your mortgage.

Mortgage rates are relatively low today compared to recent peaks, but many would-be homebuyers have yet to re-enter the market.