After a slow and stumbling start, official Washington is scrambling to try to prevent the unfolding mortgage crisis from pushing the country into recession during an election year. One former Treasury secretary advocates temporary tax cuts and emergency spending on the order of $50 billion ...There is a feeling, though, that the government will need to do more to avert a financial disaster. To get the best mortgage rates, you need to contact several lenders as each lender may differ in their price quotes. Getting the best mortgage rates out of your home loan can also be achieved with the help of a mortgage broker.