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Jun 10, 2025 7:02 AM
— Housing Market
Mortgage Rates Slightly Lower Ahead of Inflation Data: Today's Rates, June 10, 2025
Despite forecasts of gradually falling mortgage rates, the housing market remains unaffordable for most prospective buyers due to high home prices and cost-prohibitive monthly payments. The 'lock-in' effect from low-rate mortgages is keeping housing inventory tight, while a potential job-loss recession could further impact the market. Mortgage rates are closely tied to the bond market and are expe... more
Jun 10, 2025 7:01 AM
— Interest Rates
The Housing Market Just Flipped – Sellers Panicking!
The article discusses the potential impact of rising interest rates on the housing market and mortgage lending. It highlights how higher interest rates can lead to increased mortgage costs for borrowers and potentially slow down the housing market.
Jun 10, 2025 4:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Rates Hold Steady Just Below 7%: Today's Mortgage Interest Rates for June 9, 2025
Mortgage rates are currently at 6.87% for a 30-year fixed mortgage and 6.09% for a 15-year fixed mortgage. The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady due to economic uncertainty. If President Trump eases tariff measures or labor market worsens, the Fed may cut rates. Bond yields, inflation, labor data, and global factors impact mortgage rates. Fixed-rate mortgages are stable, while adjus... more
Jun 10, 2025 3:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
30-Year Mortgage Rates Shoot Up - June 9, 2025
After dropping almost a quarter percentage point over two weeks, rates on new 30-year mortgages have now returned to 7% territory, jumping Friday to a 7.02% average. Rates for many other mortgage types also saw increases. The trigger for the increase was a better-than-expected jobs report released that morning, causing bond prices to drop and mortgage rates to increase. Freddie Mac's average for 3... more
Jun 10, 2025 3:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, June 10, 2025: Rates slip ever so slightly lower
Mortgage interest rates have recently decreased, with the 30-year fixed rate at 6.83% and the 15-year fixed rate at 6.06%. The bond market yields fell due to various factors, motivating new positions in bonds, causing the 10-year Treasury to fall. Rates for mortgage refinancing may be higher than purchase rates. Economists do not expect drastic mortgage rate drops before the end of 2025. Refinanci... more
Jun 9, 2025 1:51 PM
— Bond Markets
Gentle Rally Gently Reverses After Trade Headlines
Bond markets closed stronger, maintaining most of the gains from the morning. However, a slight increase in 10yr yields later in the day was attributed to positive comments on US/China trade talks. The market's reaction to trade-related headlines was evident. MBS increased by 3 ticks and 10yr yields decreased by 1.3bps.
Jun 9, 2025 12:50 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates a Hair Lower to Start The Week
Despite a rate spike on Friday, mortgage rates did not see additional momentum at the start of the new week. Rates showed a modest bounce at slightly higher levels, with a 0.02% improvement in the 30yr fixed rate index. Afternoon headlines on trade talks with China caused bonds to lose ground, but the losses were not significant enough to impact mortgage rates.
Jun 9, 2025 11:01 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Mortgage company Rocket is buying Redfin, the brokerage. Its CEOs talked with USA Today.
Rocket, America’s largest mortgage lender, announced plans to buy Redfin, a national brokerage. The deal is worth nearly $1.75 billion and aims to offer consumers a more seamless and transparent home buying process. Both CEOs highlighted the importance of consumer-centric approaches. They discussed challenges in the industry regarding control over real estate listings and consumer representation c... more
Jun 9, 2025 10:00 AM
— Housing Market
Home purchase sentiment rises after tariff pause
Despite increasing mortgage rates and economic volatility, the outlook among home buyers and sellers improved, with more consumers believing the market is better than in 2024. Fannie Mae's latest mortgage outlook for 2025 and 2026 is positive due to increases in gross domestic product and home sales expectations.
Jun 9, 2025 8:51 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Fee Cure, Short-Term Rental Appraisal, Servicing, Move-Up Products; Freddie and Fannie News
The article discusses ongoing mortgage meetings and conferences focusing on the role of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae in lending. There is speculation about the government's future role in providing guarantees in case of another financial crisis, and the need to educate regulators and Congress on these issues. Various companies are also highlighted for their products and services tailored for lenders... more
Jun 9, 2025 8:00 AM
— Interest Rates
Best CD Rates Today: June 9, 2025 | Top APY Holds Steady At 4.49%
A certificate of deposit (CD) is a savings account with a fixed interest rate for a specific term. The top CD rates have remained steady in June, and upcoming Federal Reserve decisions may provide more stability. Opening a CD requires personal information and funding with at least the minimum balance. CD rates are influenced by Federal Fund rate changes.
Jun 9, 2025 8:00 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
There's a record $700 billion of homes for sale in the US. Here's why the market is still frozen.
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Jun 9, 2025 8:00 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Questions to ask a home loan lender
The article discusses important questions to ask your home loan lender to ensure a smoother experience. It covers topics such as understanding mortgage options, required documents, down payment assistance programs, fees, interest rates, APR, rate locks, monthly mortgage payment breakdowns, closing costs, loan closing process, repayment process, prepayment penalties, and prequalifying with multiple... more
Jun 9, 2025 7:00 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Buying Your First Home? FHA Loans Can Help
The article discusses how first-time homebuyers can benefit from using an FHA home loan to overcome financial hurdles in the homebuying process. It highlights the lower down payment requirements and potentially lower mortgage rates associated with FHA loans, making homeownership more achievable for many buyers.
Jun 9, 2025 6:51 AM
— Bond Markets
Shifting Gears After Friday's Volatility
The bond market is currently in a stable range due to recent economic data. 10yr yields are hovering between 4.4 and 4.56. With no major data releases expected, market movements will be influenced by fiscal/trade headlines.
Jun 9, 2025 6:03 AM
— Mortgage Finance
GSE Reform Messaging Prompting Some Exhales
The article discusses the latest trends and developments in the mortgage market for the year 2025.
Jun 9, 2025 4:10 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Rates down: Will they keep falling? - Today's mortgage and refinance rates for June 9, 2025
Mortgage rates decreased across all terms compared to the previous week due to data showing slowing job growth. The Federal Reserve is not expected to slash rates at the upcoming meeting. Average rates for 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, 5/1 ARMs, and jumbo loans are provided. Concerns about the economic effects of tariffs and the tax bill could impact mortgage rates in the future.
Jun 9, 2025 3:40 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Ginnie Mae lifts buydown limit for custom pools
Ginnie Mae plans to exempt custom pools from a restriction, making it easier for mortgage companies to sell single-family loans with interest-rate buydowns. The top five banks had a combined wholesale volume of over $18 billion at the end of the first quarter. A federal housing official is taking action on credit score costs. Panelists at a conference credit investors for strengthening non-QM port... more
Jun 9, 2025 3:02 AM
— Home Equity Loans
HELOC rates today, June 9, 2025: Interest rates on home equity lines of credit are unchanged
The article discusses the current status of Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) interest rates, with some rates remaining steady while others have increased. It also highlights that a significant percentage of Americans are considering HELOCs or Home Equity Loans for various purposes such as home renovations, investing in new properties, or debt consolidation. The article emphasizes that a HELOC al... more
Jun 9, 2025 3:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage and refinance interest rates today for June 9, 2025: Steady on the 30-year, slightly lower on the 15-year
The article provides information about current mortgage interest rates as of June 9, 2025, which are unchanged on the long term and slightly lower on the short term. It discusses how mortgage rates have been influenced by bond market sell-off trends and provides various mortgage rates for different terms like fixed and adjustable rates, as well as for refinancing options. Additionally, it mentions... more
Jun 8, 2025 9:03 PM
— Housing Market
Study: Owning a home costs over $21,000 a year in hidden expenses
Bankrate conducted a study on the hidden costs of homeownership in the U.S. in 2025, finding that the average annual costs amount to $21,400 per year. These hidden costs include property taxes, homeowners insurance, utilities, internet and cable bills, and maintenance and repairs. Homeownership costs have climbed in recent years due to inflation, rising interest rates, and a competitive housing ma... more
Jun 8, 2025 7:00 PM
— Interest Rates
Economist's jumbo $128 RBA interest rate prediction in weeks: 'No need to wait'
Top economists are calling on the Reserve Bank of Australia to deliver a jumbo cash rate cut in July due to weak economic growth and cautious consumer spending. The proposed 35 basis point rate cut would provide additional savings for mortgage holders compared to previous cuts. Economists believe that a larger rate cut is necessary to move the cash rate to a more neutral level and support the econ... more
Jun 8, 2025 4:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
HELOC rates today, June 8, 2025: Interest rates on home equity lines of credit sharply higher
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Jun 8, 2025 3:01 AM
— Home Equity Loans
HELOC rates today, June 7, 2025: The home equity line of credit rate holds steady
HELOC rates remained steady, with the rate on a 10-year HELOC at 6.73%. Homeowners have a large amount of equity tied up in their homes, making a HELOC a good option for accessing that value without giving up a low-rate mortgage. Rates for HELOCs vary based on factors like credit score and debt load. Some lenders offer introductory rates that eventually become adjustable. The draw period for HELOC... more
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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
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