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May 22, 2025 1:00 PM
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A head turning six-month mortgage rate, but with a catch
This week, the lowest mortgage rates include a world-leading offer at 1.99%. True North Mortgage is offering a 1.99% rate on a six-month insured fixed mortgage, with the condition of renewing with them at a premium or paying a fee. Real estate investors are eager for such low rates, especially in struggling markets like Toronto. However, factors like bond yields, core inflation, and price expectat... more
May 22, 2025 12:00 PM
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Mortgage Rates Edge Down From Recent Highs, But Remain Over 7%
Mortgage rates reached their highest level in over 3 months due to concerns about the impact of the spending bill on Treasury issuance and fiscal spending. Despite the bill passing the House, the Senate's delay in getting it to the President's desk allowed markets to pause and reflect. Some investors find yields on US Treasuries increasingly appealing, which could put downward pressure on rates as... more
May 22, 2025 12:00 PM
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Average rate on a US 30-year mortgage rises to 6.86%, its highest level since mid-February
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose to 6.86%, the highest since mid-February, which could slow down home sales in the spring buying season. Factors influencing mortgage rates include global demand for U.S. Treasuries, Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions, and bond market investors' expectations. The recent rise in rates is due to moves in the 10-year Treasury yield, causin... more
May 22, 2025 11:00 AM
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Mortgage rates rise to highest level since mid-February
Mortgage rates have increased to the highest level since mid-February, with the average rate on the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage rising. Home sales slipped last month, signaling a weak start to the spring selling season. The increase in mortgage rates is attributed to the rise in the yield on the benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury note due to concerns about the nation's fiscal outlook after Moody... more
May 22, 2025 10:00 AM
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Mortgage rates climb to highest level in more than three months amid bond market unrest
Mortgage rates are rising back towards 7%, reaching the highest level since mid-February. The increase is due to growing concern about the national debt, which has impacted home borrowing rates as they track the 10-year Treasury yield. These elevated rates, combined with increasing home prices, have slowed down the spring home buying season. However, national home prices continue to rise, reaching... more
May 22, 2025 6:01 AM
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The bond market is breaking. Washington just made it worse
The U.S. bond market is experiencing a significant sell-off, leading to long-term Treasury yields spiking to their highest levels in decades. This has caused mortgage rates to climb, stock markets to drop, and a shift in safe-haven assets like gold and Bitcoin. The sell-off is due to a supply-demand imbalance in Treasuries and a Trump-backed tax bill. Mortgage rates have surged to 7.08%, making ho... more
May 22, 2025 5:00 AM
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Mortgage rates will go below 6% next year, Fannie says
Fannie Mae is predicting mortgage rates to fall below 6% by the second quarter of 2026. The interest rate environment is expected to result in higher refinance mortgage volume in 2025 and 2026. The top five lenders have had a high mortgage origination volume, and there have been discussions around GSE reform and tax bill debates affecting yields on the 10-year Treasury.
May 22, 2025 3:00 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, May 22, 2025: Sharply higher on national debt concerns
Mortgage interest rates experienced a significant increase, with the average 30-year fixed rate rising to 6.93%. The 15-year fixed rate remained stable. Bond yields have also surged, suggesting higher mortgage rates. Various factors impact mortgage rates, such as the economy, which determines whether rates increase or decrease. Two common mortgage terms are discussed: the 30-year mortgage with low... more
May 21, 2025 9:00 PM
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Trump Floats ‘Very Serious’ Plan That Could Hike Mortgage Rates
President Donald Trump is considering bringing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public, two government-sponsored enterprises that back around 70% of the U.S. mortgage market. The idea of privatizing them has been discussed before, but concerns about potential consequences, like increasing mortgage rates, have been raised.
May 21, 2025 1:00 PM
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Mortgage Rates Move Up to 3 Month Highs
Mortgage rates started the day at 7.05%, worsened throughout the day due to weak bond market performance after a 20yr Treasury bond auction with lower demand than expected. Updates on the budget debate in congress also contributed to negative sentiment. As a result, mortgage rates increased to 7.08%, the highest closing level in over 3 months.
May 21, 2025 4:00 AM
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Mortgage demand drops after interest rates jump to the highest level since February
Mortgage rates increased last week leading to a 5.1% drop in mortgage applications according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. This rise in rates is attributed to concerns about inflation and increasing deficits and debt. Applications for both home purchases and refinances decreased, with homebuyers facing more listings but also higher interest rates.
May 21, 2025 3:00 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, May 21, 2025: Rates ease lower even as Fed signals delay in rate cuts
The article discusses how mortgage interest rates moved, with some decreasing and one increasing. It also touches on different mortgage types, such as 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, and adjustable-rate mortgages, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each. Additionally, it mentions the factors that affect mortgage rates and offers advice on refinancing mortgages.
May 20, 2025 2:00 PM
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Mortgage Rates Hold Steady Near Recent Highs
Mortgage rates remained steady despite some market volatility, with lenders making positive adjustments to keep the average rate under 7% by the end of the day. Different lenders may have slightly different rates depending on when you look, but most should be close to their highest rate offering of the past month by the end of the day.
May 20, 2025 3:00 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, May 20, 2025: Rates jump following Moody's U.S. debt downgrade
Mortgage interest rates have increased due to Moody's decision to downgrade the US credit rating, which led to a jump in Treasury yields. Refinance rates are typically higher than purchase rates, and a mortgage calculator can help determine monthly payments. While 15-year mortgage rates are lower than 30-year rates, monthly payments are higher. Economists do not expect significant mortgage rate dr... more
May 19, 2025 12:00 PM
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Mortgage Rates Briefly Over 7% Before Mid-Day Improvement
Mortgage rates increased sharply over the weekend due to Moody's credit rating downgrade of the U.S., causing bond market weakness and higher mortgage rates. Most lenders set their rates between 9am-10am ET, resulting in rates over 7% for the first time in months. However, rates began to decrease later in the day, returning closer to the previous week's range.
May 19, 2025 11:00 AM
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Mortgage rates cross back over 7% after U.S. credit downgrade
Mortgage rates surged higher after Moody's downgraded the U.S. credit rating, reaching the highest level since April. This increase in rates had a direct effect on the housing market, causing a drop in pending sales of existing homes and homebuilder sentiment. There was a slight increase in mortgage demand when rates were around 6.9%, but any increase above 7% led to a slowdown in buyers and disqu... more
May 19, 2025 3:03 AM
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Rates rise: When should you lock? | Current mortgage and refinance rates, May 19, 2025
The article provides current average mortgage rates for 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, and 5/1 ARM loans. It also mentions Bankrate.com as a source for staying up-to-date on housing market trends.
May 19, 2025 3:02 AM
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Most rates increase on U.S. debt downgrade | Today's mortgage and refinance rates, May 21, 2025
National mortgage rates increased compared to last week, with 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, and jumbo loan rates going up, while 5/1 ARM rates fell. The Federal Reserve holding its benchmark rate steady may result in future rate cuts. Experts predict rates to remain relatively stable in 2025 with only a slight downward trend. Factors such as inflation and unemployment figures will influence mortga... more
May 19, 2025 3:00 AM
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Mortgage Refinance Rates Fall: Mortgage Refinance Rates for May 19, 2025
Average mortgage refinance rates have been high, causing concern among homeowners. Despite initial predictions of lower rates due to inflation and interest rate cuts, rates have remained stubbornly high. Experts suggest keeping an eye on mortgage rates and taking advantage when they fall, as refinancing can be beneficial, especially if you can reduce your interest rate by 1% or more.
May 19, 2025 3:00 AM
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Better mortgage spreads boost housing demand in 2025
Improvement in mortgage spreads since 2023 has led to 15 consecutive weeks of positive year-over-year growth in purchase application data for 2025. Mortgage spreads turned negative due to market volatility but have since improved as stock and bond markets stabilized. Mortgage demand remains strong despite elevated rates. Any adverse reaction may lead mortgage rates to reach 7.25% or higher, the ye... more
May 18, 2025 5:01 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, May 18, 2025: Lower rates are encouraging for home buyers
Mortgage rates have decreased, with the average 30-year fixed interest rate at 6.77% and the 15-year fixed rate at 6.03%. Tips to secure a lower mortgage rate include applying for preapproval with multiple lenders, paying for discount points at closing, and considering different term lengths. Factors impacting rates include credit score, down payment, and debt-to-income ratio. Additionally, the ar... more
May 18, 2025 5:00 AM
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Mortgage rates seen as stable. So why are homebuyers still hesitant?
Mortgage rates have risen slightly but remained below 7% for the 17th consecutive week. While rising inventory is attracting homebuyers, pending home sales have decreased year over year due to economic uncertainties and high costs. Buyers are hesitant due to concerns about tariffs, potential recession, and high monthly payments. Some are opting for condos or small houses to simplify their lives. T... more
May 17, 2025 5:03 AM
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Purchase Demand Moves Back Toward 2 Year High; Refis Hold Steady
According to the MBA mortgage application survey, home purchase demand improved last week, although the increase was modest. Refinance activity remains elevated but not as high as last Fall. Mortgage rates saw minimal changes, with a slight increase in the average 30yr fixed rate from the previous week.
May 17, 2025 5:03 AM
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Mortgage Rates End Week Only Slightly Higher After Decent Recovery
The average top tier 30yr fixed mortgage rate is ending the week slightly higher than last Friday at 6.92%, after hitting 6.99% on Wednesday. The bond market, responsible for mortgage rate changes, was weaker, but some lenders did not fully adjust rates to reflect gains. Rates improved slightly today, with some lenders increasing rates slightly, but overall still below yesterday's rates.
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The mortgage rates displayed on this site are collected daily from publicly available sources provided by more than 600 lenders. Mortgage-Rates.ai does not receive compensation for listing these rates, and all rates are presented as published by the respective lenders. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the information may contain errors or omissions. Mortgage rates are highly dependent on an individual’s financial circumstances, credit profile, loan terms, and other factors. As such, the rates you are quoted directly by a lender may differ materially from the rates displayed here.
Users should contact lenders directly to obtain formal, binding loan offers. If you identify any discrepancies in the data or would like to have your institution’s rates included, please contact us at content@mortgage-rates.ai
All logos, trademarks, and brand names appearing on this website are the property of their respective owners.