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Zillow shares bold prediction for mortgage rates

"Mortgage rates are shaped in part by inflation, and Zillow has been accurately predicting shelter inflation, which makes up 40% of the consumer price index," Zillow wrote on Dec. 4. "Because of that, ... Read More

CNBC Select’s weekly mortgage rate snapshot: See your options today

The U.S. 30-year fixed mortgage rate averaged 6.19% during the week ending on Dec. 4, according to the latest Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey. That's a drop of .04 points from the week ... Read More

Will steady mortgage rates and another Fed cut boost home sales?

Mortgage rates averaged 6.37% this week, with Federal Reserve officials hinting at a possible December rate cut. Read More

2026 Outlook: A More Balanced Market

Realtor.com’s 2026 forecast points to a steadier market as easing mortgage rates, rising incomes and growing inventory offer affordability gains and more buyer choice. Read More

Here’s exactly what 7 financial pros think mortgage rates will do in December — and early 2026

Homebuyers have seen some recent mortgage rate relief. Indeed, the 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage was 6.23% as of November 26 — which was down from the week prior, and down from 6.81% a year prior. (You ... Read More

Mortgage rates dip back toward year-to-date lows

The average 30-year mortgage rate was 6.19% for the week through Wednesday, from 6.23% a week earlier. Since October, mortgage rates have held steady in the low-6% range. Read More

3 mortgage interest rate scenarios to know for 2026, according to experts

Some mortgage rate scenarios are more likely to occur than others next year. Here's what borrowers can do in each. Read More

Bank of America resets Fed interest rate cut forecast ahead of FOMC meeting

It's been a frustrating period for those who have been priced out of the housing market due to high mortgage rates and home prices. Mortgage rates remain significantly higher than those from 2021, and ... Read More

Americans Could Save Money on Their Mortgage By Buying a New Home

New homes are now priced closer to existing homes than ever, and builders’ incentives are cutting mortgage rates. Read More

Here’s where mortgage rates, home prices could be headed in 2026

Redfin has dubbed 2026 “The Great Housing Reset.” Here’s what that could mean for mortgage rates and home prices. Read More

U.S. Housing Market Recovery to Remain Fragile in 2026

The U.S. housing market is poised to improve only gradually next year as mortgage rates edge lower, incomes rise and more inventory comes to market, according to Realtor.com's newly released 2026 ... Read More