The current average mortgage rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.9%, slightly lower compared to the previous week.
For a 15-year fixed mortgage, the average rate is 5.90%, down by 0.87% from the previous week.
Comparing existing mortgage rates with today's refinance rates can help borrowers lock in lower rates.
The average APR on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is 6.93%, showing a slight decrease from the previous week.
A $100,000 mortgage with a 30-year fixed-rate loan at 6.9% interest will cost around $658 per month, totaling approximately $137,771 in interest over the loan's life.
Today's 15-year fixed-rate mortgage is at 5.9%, with borrowers paying about $839 per month for a $100,000 mortgage, totaling around $51,438 in interest.
The average interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate jumbo mortgage has increased to 7.55%.
Mortgage rates fluctuated post-spring 2024 but surged in October 2024 despite Fed rate cuts.
Various economic factors influence mortgage rates, including the Federal Reserve's decisions and global events.
Factors affecting mortgage rates include the economy's health, benchmark interest rates, and borrower-specific factors.