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Jun 25, 2025 5:00 AM
— Mortgage Finance
Securitization
The article discusses the latest trends in the mortgage market and explores how various factors such as interest rates, housing market conditions, and mortgage lender practices are impacting the industry.
Jun 25, 2025 4:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates today drop to 6.81% for 30-year loans
Mortgage rates decreased slightly this week, with the average 30-year fixed rate dropping to 6.81%. Rates have shifted slightly across different loan types. Borrowers with excellent credit and a 20% down payment are seeing these averages. Factors influencing rates include the current market conditions and the potential benefits of locking in a loan below 7%.
Jun 25, 2025 4:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates and demand are stuck in a holding pattern
Despite economic uncertainty and military conflicts, mortgage rates have not been significantly impacted. Rates for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages increased slightly, remaining in a narrow range just below 7%. Purchase applications for homes dropped, while applications to refinance rose. The average loan size for purchase applications decreased.
Jun 25, 2025 3:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
When will mortgage rates go back down to 6%?
The article discusses how mortgage rates have been high recently, hovering between 6% and 7%. It explains the impact of these rates on home prices and provides predictions for future rates, with expectations that rates may not drop below 6% until 2026. Various factors such as inflation and Federal Reserve actions influence the direction of mortgage rates.
Jun 25, 2025 3:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, June 25, 2025: Dropping as deficit concerns grow
The article discusses how mortgage interest rates have dropped with the 30-year fixed rate at 6.62% and the 15-year rate at 5.85%. It mentions the impact of the 10-year Treasury yield on mortgage rates as well. It compares different types of mortgage rates like 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, ARMs, and VA mortgages, and how they affect monthly payments. Pros and cons of each type of mortgage are exp... more
Jun 24, 2025 2:00 PM
— Bond Markets
Solid Response to Data and Dovishness
The morning commentary highlighted Jerome Powell's relatively dovish tone in congressional testimony, which provided hope for low rates. Another important development was the labor differential in the Consumer Confidence Index, indicating challenging labor market conditions post-covid lockdowns. Bonds rallied early and closed with incremental gains. MBS were up 9 ticks and 10yr down 5.3bps.
Jun 24, 2025 1:00 PM
— Government-Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs)
Making sense of the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac privatization rumors
Speculation has arisen about what the process of potentially privatizing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could look like, after President Donald Trump expressed interest in 'bringing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public.' Many questions have been raised about how the mortgage market, interest rates, capitalization, and government compensation would be impacted by such a move. There is a need for a thought... more
Jun 24, 2025 12:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Lowest Since April
Mortgage rates fell to the best levels since early May, reaching even lower rates than the end of April. The improvement in rates was due to the weak labor market conditions highlighted by the Consumer Confidence Index and Fed Chair Powell's testimony indicating a softer tone on potential rate cuts.
Jun 24, 2025 12:00 PM
— Housing Market
Home Prices Fell More Than Expected in April
Both FHFA and Case-Shiller home price indices show a shift in the housing market, with prices rising if seasonality is ignored but down 0.4% from March when adjusted. Regional variations exist, with some divisions experiencing falls and others rises. Overall, home price growth is decelerating, with the smallest annual gain since mid-2023. The data suggests a continued cooling of the market.
Jun 24, 2025 9:01 AM
— Mortgage Finance
Fannie Economists Hike Projection for Interest Rates
The article discusses various aspects related to mortgage lending and its impact on the housing market. It covers trends in interest rates, mortgage rates, and the bond market, highlighting the current state of the industry.
Jun 24, 2025 9:00 AM
— Mortgage Finance
Short Takes: Trigger Leads Bill Approved by House / Home Prices Decline in April / Existing Home Sales Slow / Delinquencies Decline / FHFA to Examine Using Cryptocurrency for Mortgage Qualification
The article discusses the latest trends in the mortgage market, including an analysis of mortgage rates and the impact on housing market activity. It also touches on mortgage lenders and their strategies in response to changing market conditions.
Jun 24, 2025 8:01 AM
— Interest Rates
Top CD Rates Today: June 23, 2025 | Leading Rate Of 4.51% APY Holds Steady
A certificate of deposit (CD) is like a savings account but offers a fixed interest rate for a specific term. Currently, the top APY across CD terms is 4.51 percent for a six-month term. CD rates have trended downward, with the highest one-year CD APY decreasing from 5.66 percent to 4.45 percent. Uncertainty remains about how CD rates will change based on economic conditions.
Jun 24, 2025 8:00 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Trigger lead ban nears finish line in Congress
The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act, including a trigger leads ban, is close to becoming law after approval by the House of Representatives. The House and Senate need to resolve slight differences before sending it to President Donald Trump. The Mortgage Bankers Association CEO supports the need for guardrails in the ban, stating it aligns with regulatory goals. While transparency in mortgages h... more
Jun 24, 2025 8:00 AM
— Interest Rates
Rally Continues as Powell Shows a Path to Rate Cuts
Federal Reserve Chairman Powell's remarks during congressional testimony suggest a potential for rate cuts in the near future if data on tariffs does not show up in June.
Jun 24, 2025 8:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Homebuyers See Small Weekly Dips in Rates: Current Mortgage Rates for June 24, 2025
The article discusses how mortgage rates are slowly decreasing, but are still high, with 30-year fixed rates remaining above 6.5%. The Federal Reserve has kept interest rates steady due to inflation, trade war threats, and policy turbulence. While there is hope for lower rates if inflation cools or the labor market softens, homebuyers should not expect immediate relief. The housing market remains ... more
Jun 24, 2025 7:01 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Warren Buffett ETFs: 6 Funds That Emulate The Investing Legend's Well-Known Strategies
The article discusses how investors can build their portfolios based on Warren Buffett's philosophy of investing in companies with competitive advantages, high return on equity, and undervalued stocks. It lists six exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that follow parts of Buffett's investment strategies, with a focus on quality companies and value investing. The article also mentions a unique ETF that tar... more
Jun 24, 2025 3:00 AM
— Interest Rates
High-yield savings rates today: June 23, 2025 | Best APY remains 4.30% after Fed’s latest rate decision
Federal Reserve officials have decided to keep interest rates steady at a range of 4.25-4.5 percent, which has caused high-yield savings account rates to somewhat stabilize. Several banks are offering competitive rates for high-yield savings accounts. The Fed's rate decision, along with projected rate cuts, could continue to impact interest rates on savings accounts. Savers are benefiting from rat... more
Jun 24, 2025 3:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, June 24, 2025: Rates take a small dip lower
The article discusses current mortgage rates and provides information on how to strategize when purchasing a home. It compares different mortgage rates, including 15-year and 30-year fixed rates, as well as adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs). The article also talks about the impact of the Federal Reserve's decisions on mortgage rates and advice on mortgage refinancing.
Jun 24, 2025 1:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Refinance Rates Slide Down Again: Mortgage Refinance Rates for June 24, 2025
Mortgage refinance rates have been elevated between 6.5% and 7% in 2025 due to economic uncertainty. A modest decline in mortgage rates is expected by the end of the year, but a significant increase in refinance activity would occur if rates fell below 6%. The Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions impact borrowing costs but not directly mortgage rates, which are set in the bond market. It is r... more
Jun 23, 2025 5:00 PM
— Mortgage Lenders
What Trump’s Bomb Strike on Iran Means for Mortgage Rates in the US
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Jun 23, 2025 2:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Best Closing Levels in More Than a Month
Mortgage rates have decreased to the best levels since the first week of May. The improvement is attributed to the shift in Fed Funds Rate expectations after comments from Bowman, increasing anticipation for Fed Chair Powell's congressional testimony.
Jun 23, 2025 1:00 PM
— Mortgage Lenders
Home Sales Stay Sluggish in May as Mortgage Rates and Uncertainty Weigh on Market
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Jun 23, 2025 1:00 PM
— Interest Rates
High rates, prices keep existing home sales muted
Existing home sales in May were slightly stronger than expected but still slower than last year's pace. Median existing home sales price reached a new record high of $422,800. NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun stated that lower mortgage rates are needed to boost sales and economic growth. Fannie Mae adjusted its forecast for existing home sales to 4.14 million and predicted 30-year mortgage rates t... more
Jun 23, 2025 12:00 PM
— Interest Rates
Mortgage Rates Lowest Since May 1st
Mortgage rates ended the week at their best levels since May 1st, with a small improvement marking it official. Bond market trading levels played a significant role in these rates, with several factors impacting them such as U.S. involvement in conflicts between Israel and Iran and comments by Fed Vice Chair Bowman hinting at potential rate cuts in July.
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The mortgage rates displayed on this site are collected daily from publicly available sources provided by more than 400 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.