The current 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped by 1.37% to 6.7%, while the 15-year fixed rate decreased to 5.69%.
Borrowers can assess their current mortgage rates against the available refinance rates for potential savings.
For a $100,000 mortgage at 6.7%, the total interest over 30 years is approximately $132,993; for a 15-year mortgage at 5.69%, total interest is around $49,310.
The 30-year fixed jumbo mortgage rate is 6.97%, costing about $663 per $100,000 per month.
Mortgage rates have been influenced by economic factors, with predictions uncertain; Fed actions and global events impact rates.
Long-term mortgage rates are rising due to the Federal Reserve's monetary policy and economic factors.
Shopping around, comparing lender offers, and maintaining good credit impact qualifying for better mortgage rates.
Limited housing supply and elevated rates pose challenges for prospective homebuyers.
Borrowers can explore various loan programs and lenders to secure favorable mortgage rates and terms.
Economic indicators like Federal Reserve decisions and inflation rates influence the direction of mortgage rates.