Jeff Ostrowski is a Reporter at Bankrate. He specializes in construction and real estate, personal finance, and regional interest, often analyzing trends in the housing market. Jeff's insights and expertise have been featured in numerous publications, including Florida Realtors, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Fortune.
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Jeff Ostrowski's coverage predominantly focuses on personal finance, particularly mortgage rates, home loans, and the housing market. He often cites data and press releases to support his articles. If you are trying to reach out to Jeff with a pitch or as a source, consider offering credible data-driven insights into mortgage trends, home loan analysis, or real estate market developments. As he covers topics related to the United States with a specific focus on Florida and Miami, providing localized insights or expertise in these areas could be particularly valuable for engaging him effectively.
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The current average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.54, The average 15-year fixed-mortgage rate is 5.88 percent, and the average rate on a 5/1 ARM is 6.27 percent.
The current average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.61, The average rate for a 15-year fixed mortgage is 5.92 percent, and the average rate on a 5/1 ARM is 6.54 percent.
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Mortgage rates rose this week, with the 30-year fixed rate averaging 6.52%, up from 6.49% last week, according to Bankrate's latest lender survey.
By: Jeff Ostrowski
Jeff Ostrowski Mortgage rates rose this week, with the 30-year fixed rate averaging 6.52%, up from 6.49% last week, according to Bankrate's latest lender survey.
The current average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.54, The average rate for the benchmark 15-year fixed mortgage is 5.85 percent, and the average rate on a 5/1 ARM is 5.72 percent.
The current average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.56, The average rate for a 15-year fixed mortgage is 5.83 percent, and the average rate on a 5/1 ARM is 5.71 percent.
Many Americans believe the dream of homeownership is out of reach, but a Bankrate survey revealed that at least some of those frustrations may be due to misconceptions that make
By: Jeff Ostrowski
Buying a home is an exhilarating and exhausting process, one that tests the wits and resolve of even experienced buyers. And some of the very people you turn to for
By: Jeff Ostrowski
Some of the industry's sales tactics can make it unnecessarily difficult for you to shop around, or to claim down payment assistance packages designed to encourage homeownership.
