The Federal Reserve left its key interest rate unchanged despite persistently high inflation and a spike in energy prices caused by the Iran war.
Shifts in Fed policy affect what people pay for credit cards, auto loans, mortgages, and other financial products.
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate a quarter of a percentage point on Wednesday.
Meanwhile, the U.S. economy is mired in uncertainty. Hiring has slowed sharply, while inflation remains stubbornly high.
Consumer prices rose 2.9% in August compared to a year ago, marking an uptick in price increases as President Donald Trump's tariff policy intensified. The reading matched economists' expectations.
Home buyers are finding themselves in a dilemma: Should they buy now or wait? Many people are deciding on the latter, but that may not be the best strategy for everyone.