Mortgage Rates Today, Oct. 22

Today's Mortgage Rates, October 23, 2024 | Rates Dropped in September. Why Did They Rise This Month?
Mortgage rates for October 23, 2024, are around 6.35%, according to Zillow data.  Rates have been elevated this month, and they may not drop in the near term.  In 2025, mortgage rates should ease as inflation slows and the Fed lowers its benchmark rate.
Mortgage Rates Today, Oct. 22: Median Rate Rises to 6.75%
As of Oct. 22, according to Credible data gathered from more than 500 U.S. lenders*, the median interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is 6.75%, which is 0.12 percentage points higher than yesterday. Additionally, the median interest rate on a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage is 5.88%, which is 0.13 percentage points higher than yesterday.
Mortgage Rates Rise to 6.44%, Yet 'Buyers May Be Feeling Ready To Act'
Most outstanding mortgages have a 6% or lower rate, which creates a " lock-in effect " for many current owners who don't want to swap a low rate for a higher one. This could limit homeowners’ willingness to sell, slowing or stalling the housing market.
Why are mortgage rates rising after Fed cut interest rates last month?
The Fed announced first rate cut in a long time last month, but the mortgage rates have continued to rise. Why is this? Here's why.
Mortgage Rates May Be Falling, but You'll Regret Refinancing Now
Mortgage rates have already fallen, but this is only the beginning. Here's why you should hold off on refinancing.
Today's Mortgage Rates, October 22, 2024 | Why the Strong Labor Market is Keeping Rates High
Mortgage rates for October 22, 2024, are around 6.35%, according to Zillow data.  Mortgage rates have increased thanks to strong jobs data and shifting expectations around Fed rate cuts. Next year, rates should go down.
Mortgage Calculator: This Is How Much You Need To Buy a $425,000 Home With a 6.44% Rate
The median home price dropped from $429,990 in August to $425,000 in September. Mortgage rates rose to 6.44% this week for a 30-year fixed loan, up from 6.32% last week. What impact do these changes have on your monthly mortgage payment?
Mortgage demand drops to its lowest level since July, as interest rates return to summer highs
The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances ($766,550 or less) remained ...
Today’s 30-year mortgage interest rates hold at 6.63%, while 15-year mortgage rates fall to 5.75%
Thinking about taking out a mortgage loan? Current mortgage rates stay at 6.63% for 30-year terms, while 15-year terms ...
Yes, Gas Was Cheaper and Mortgage Rates Were Lower in 2020
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Why mortgage rates are going up despite the Fed's interest rate cut
Mortgage rates are increasing in recent weeks despite the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates last month for the ...
Today’s 15- and 30-year mortgage interest rates remain unchanged at 5.75% and 6.50%, respectively
The median interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is 6.50% as of October 17, which is unchanged from yesterday.
Mortgage rates jump, slamming homebuyers despite Fed’s outsize interest rate cuts
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has increased for the third week in a row to 6.5%, according to Freddie Mac. That ...
3 big risks of waiting for mortgage interest rates to fall
While trying to time the market may land you a better interest rate, it can also come with some risks to consider.
Mortgage interest rates vary by lender — how to compare offers
Once you file an application, the lender will give you a loan estimate statement within a few days. This is what you’ll use ...