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Fed Hikes Rates Impact Borrowing & Savings | Rochester Minnesota News
The Fed just raised rates by a quarter-point — the first hike since 2023 — making loans for homes and cars more expensive but boosting savings accounts. This move aims to tame stubborn inflation, with officials arguing it protects lower-income households. Credit card rates will likely climb soon, hitting those with balances, while savers may benefit from higher yields — especially at online banks. Mortgage rates, though not always synced with the Fed, are already rising and could push housing sales lower. Existing mortgage holders, particularly on adjustable-rate loans, remain shielded by…
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