The rate on a 30-year fixed refinance rose to 6.81%, with rates of 5.75% for a 15-year mortgage and 6.57% for a 20-year mortgage.
The average rate for a 30-year refinance is 6.81%, costing $653 monthly per $100,000 loan, totaling about $134,957 in interest over the loan life.
The APR for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.84%, reflecting the all-in cost of the loan.
The rate on a 20-year fixed refinance mortgage is 6.57%, costing $749 per month per $100,000 borrowed.
For a 15-year fixed refinance at 5.75%, monthly payments would be around $831 per $100,000 loan.
Jumbo mortgage refinance rates are higher, with a 30-year rate at 7.19% and a 15-year rate at 6.16%.
Refinancing entails similar paperwork to a home purchase loan, with closing costs ranging from 2% to 6% of the loan amount.
Consider refinancing to lower rates, reduce payments, pay off loans sooner, or tap into home equity for financial needs like remodeling or college expenses.
It's essential to calculate the break-even point to ensure that savings from a lower rate offset closing costs.
Having a strong credit score and checking mortgage rates regularly can help secure a favorable rate when refinancing.