Consumer News Mortgage Rates Went Up Again This Week

As Mortgage Rates Rise, Buyers Are Still Locking Sub-6% Rates

Mortgage interest rates increased slightly following the Fed's October meeting, but Rocket Mortgage says that most mortgage applicants still locked in sub-6% rates. Read More

Mortgage rates edge higher after hitting a 12-month low

The 30-year fixed mortgage rose to 6.22%, up five basis points from last week, while the 15-year rate increased to 5.50%. Mortgage rates are tracking the ... Read More

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6.22% after four straight weekly declines

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage ticked up for the first time in five weeks after falling to its lowest level in more than a year last week. Read More

Mortgage Rates Rise Gently, But Still Well Below This Week's Highs

Wednesday's mortgage rates were the highest in roughly a month and very close to the highest levels in 2 months.  This followed stronger economic data on that same morning. Rates moved back down ... Read More

Mortgage rates dipped slightly again this week

Mortgage rates fell for the fourth straight week, with the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaging 6.17% and the 15-year at 5.41%, their lowest levels in ove ... Read More

Mortgage Rates Fall to Yearly Lows. Can It Last?

Ahead of the Federal Reserve's October rate cut, mortgage rates fell to the lowest levels in over a year. Looking forward, it's unclear whether this downward trend is sustainable. Read More

Mortgage rates today: 30-year holds at 6.16%, near year’s lows — will steady borrowing costs spark a late-year rush to refinance?

Mortgage rates today, Nov 12, 2025, are steady near 2025 lows. The 30-year fixed rate averages 6.16%, and the 15-year sits at 5.61%. With the Fed eyeing more cuts in 2026, experts say now may be a key ... Read More

Will 6% mortgage rates create more opportunities for homebuyers?

Mortgage rates are nearing 6%, creating new opportunities for homebuyers, but LLPAs and market trends may impact affordability. Read More

With Mortgage Rates Declining, Should You Refinance?

More than four million borrowers could potentially benefit from locking in a lower rate. Here’s what to consider. Read More

Mortage rates fall to low levels, was it the Fed's decision?

Mortgage rates hit 6.30%, lowest since Sept 2024. Refinancing jumped 111% annually. Experts say the drop reflects market tone, NOT the Fed's rate cut itself. Read More