Federal Reserve Rate Hike Threatens To Push Mortgage Costs Beyond Seven Percent

By Danielle Hale · Realtor.com · 2026-09-21

Realtor.com indicates that the housing market faces a pivotal week as borrowing costs approach a multi-year high following the latest Federal Reserve interest rate decision. Analysts expect fresh data on new-home sales and down payment trends to reveal how significantly buyers ar

Realtor.com indicates that the housing market faces a pivotal week as borrowing costs approach a multi-year high following the latest Federal Reserve interest rate decision. Analysts expect fresh data on new-home sales and down payment trends to reveal how significantly buyers ar