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Some homeowners have been waiting years for mortgage relief. It keeps slipping away — Photo by RDNE Stock project on Pexels

Mortgage Rates vs Relief: Who Gets Paid First

30% of households see mortgage relief arriving after the rate reset, meaning the rate change usually precedes the payment. In practice, the Treasury’s short-term borrowing costs set the thermostat for both mortgage interest and the timing of relief funds. Delays often stem from administrative backlogs rather than market forces.