Mortgage, Rates

Mortgage rates aren't likely to fall any time soon — here’s why
Mortgage rates have more than doubled from recent lows in 2021. They're not poised to fall much any time soon, economists said.
Mortgage Rates Fall to Lowest Level of the New Year
After recently shooting up to their highest level since May, rates on 30-year mortgages have moved the other way—falling four days in a row. Most other loan rates also dropped.
Mortgage Rates Surge Back Above 7% After Strong Jobs Report
“Mortgage rates ticked up for the fifth consecutive week and crossed 7% for the first time since May of 2024,” says Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist. “The underlying strength of the economy is contributing to this increase in rates."
U.S. mortgage rates rise, surpass key milestone in 2025
U.S. mortgage rates rose for consecutive weeks in January of 2025. That's the word from Freddie Mac, which released its latest data. Freddie Mac reports the 30-year fixed mortgage rate averaged 7.04% for the week ending Jan. 16 — up from 6.93% last week. A year ago, mortgage rates averaged 6.60%.
Mortgage rates rise above 7% for first time since May
Mortgage rates rose again for the sixth straight week, with the average 30-year fixed-rate note topping 7% for the first time since May as the housing market continues to struggle.
Mortgage rates climb above 7% to highest level since May
Mortgage rates topped 7% this week, a key psychological threshold, in a sign of the US housing market’s unrelenting affordability challenges.
Mortgage rates top 7%, soar to highest level since May in latest blow to homebuyers
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage reached 7.04% for the week ending January 16 — the highest level since May.
Mortgage rates break through 7% ceiling, Freddie Mac said
The 30-year fixed rate mortgage topped 7% for the first time since last May, although late in the week, the 10-year Treasury peaked before reversing course.
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First-time buyers struggle as rates, prices climb
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Mortgage rates rise past a key mark, signaling bad news for home buyers
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U.S. mortgage rates rise again in 2025
U.S. mortgage rates rose again this week as 2025 starts. That's the word from Freddie Mac, which released its latest data.
Donald Trump Could Privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac: What It Means for Your Mortgage
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government-backed mortgage giants, could be headed for privatization under Donald Trump 's ...
Drop in 30-Year Mortgage Rates Extends to a Third Day
After recently shooting up to the most expensive level since May, rates on 30-year loans have fallen considerably the last ...