Real Estate News Mortgage rate increases help and hurt homebuyers December 1, 2016 Michael Burke 0 Comment SWFL City Guide The post-election mortgage-rate increase has spurred some buyers to jump into the market sooner rather than later, and it might make borrowing easier if fewer homeowners refinance. But it also makes a home purchase more expensive. Source: Florida Realtors Share this:FacebookTwitterLinkedInEmailPrint Related