RateSpot MCP Server

# RateSpot MCP Desktop Extension (DXT) Installation Guide ## The Simplest Way to Install RateSpot MCP Desktop Extensions (DXT) make installing RateSpot MCP as easy as installing a browser extension. No terminal commands, no configuration files, no dependencies to install. ## What You Need 1. **Claude Desktop** (latest version) 2. **RateSpot API Key** (free at [app.ratespot.io](https://app.ratespot.io)) ## Installation Methods ### Method 1: One-Click from Extension Directory (Coming Soon) Once RateSpot MCP is approved for the Claude Desktop Extension Directory: 1. Open Claude Desktop 2. Go to **Settings → Extensions** 3. Search for "RateSpot" 4. Click **Install** 5. Enter your RateSpot API key when prompted 6. Start using immediately! ### Method 2: Download and Install 1. **Download** the DXT file: - [Download ratespot-mcp-2.0.0.dxt](https://github.com/zad0xlik/ratespot-mcp/releases/latest/download/ratespot-mcp-2.0.0.dxt) 2. **Double click** the downloaded `.dxt` file into Claude Desktop - Claude Desktop will show the installation dialog - You'll see the RateSpot MCP extension details 3. **Enter your API key** - Paste your RateSpot API key when prompted - The key is securely stored 4. **Done!** Start asking Claude about mortgage rates immediately > **Version 2.0.0 Update**: Includes streaming support for handling long-running requests and improved compatibility with Claude Desktop's timeout limitations. ## Getting Your RateSpot API Key ### New Users 1. Visit [app.ratespot.io](https://app.ratespot.io) 2. Create a free account 3. Go to **Account Settings** 4. Copy your API key ### Existing Users 1. Visit [app.ratespot.io/account-settings](https://app.ratespot.io/account-settings) 2. Copy your API key ## What Happens During Installation The DXT installer automatically: - ✅ Installs the RateSpot MCP server - ✅ Configures Claude Desktop - ✅ Securely stores your API key in the OS keychain - ✅ Enables all RateSpot tools immediately - ✅ Sets up automatic updates ## No More Manual Steps! Unlike traditional MCP installation, you DON'T need to: - ❌ Install Node.js - ❌ Use Terminal/Command Line - ❌ Edit configuration files - ❌ Install dependencies - ❌ Restart Claude Desktop - ❌ Troubleshoot errors ## Quick Start Examples Once installed, try these commands in Claude Desktop: ``` "What are current mortgage rates for a $400,000 loan with 20% down in California?" "Compare 15-year vs 30-year mortgages for a $500K loan with 750 credit score" "Calculate monthly payment for $300K loan at 6.5% interest for 30 years" "Show me rate trends and help me understand if now is a good time to buy" ``` ## Features Available - **Real-time mortgage rates** from 100+ lenders - **Loan product comparison** (15yr vs 30yr, conventional vs FHA, etc.) - **Monthly payment calculator** with taxes, insurance, PMI - **Market analysis** and rate trend insights - **CSV export** for detailed analysis - **Multi-location comparison** for different ZIP codes ## Troubleshooting ### "Some requirements are missing" Error If you see this error during installation: - **Claude Desktop Version**: Ensure you have Claude Desktop 0.7.0 or later - **Update Claude Desktop**: Download the latest version from [claude.ai/download](https://claude.ai/download) - **Restart after update**: Close and reopen Claude Desktop after updating ### Extension Won't Install - Ensure you have the latest version of Claude Desktop - Try restarting Claude Desktop and installing again - Check that you're double-clicking the `.dxt` file (not trying to open it with another app) ### API Key Issues - Verify your API key at [app.ratespot.io/account-settings](https://app.ratespot.io/account-settings) - Make sure you copied the entire key without extra spaces - The API key field is case-sensitive ### Extension Not Working - Check that the extension shows as "Active" in Claude Desktop settings - Try asking a simple question like "What are current mortgage rates?" - Restart Claude Desktop if the extension appears installed but isn't responding ## Updates Desktop Extensions update automatically! When new versions of RateSpot MCP are released, Claude Desktop will update them in the background. ## Uninstalling To remove RateSpot MCP: 1. Open Claude Desktop 2. Go to **Settings → Extensions** 3. Find "RateSpot Mortgage Rates" 4. Click **Uninstall** ## Support - **GitHub Issues**: [Report bugs or request features](https://github.com/zad0xlik/ratespot-mcp/issues) - **Documentation**: [Full documentation](https://github.com/zad0xlik/ratespot-mcp) - **RateSpot Support**: [Contact RateSpot](https://ratespot.io/contact) ## Technical Details - **Package Size**: 1.8MB (optimized with dxt pack) - **Unpacked Size**: 5.8MB - **Total Files**: 1,113 (includes all dependencies) - **Node.js Version**: Bundled (no external dependency) - **Platforms**: macOS, Windows - **Security**: API keys stored securely - **Version**: 2.0.0 with streaming support