Today's mortgage refinance rates saw a decrease, with the 30-year fixed refinance rate dropping to 6.84% and the 15-year fixed-rate refinance mortgage average rate at 5.74%.
The 20-year mortgage refinances average rate stands at 6.63%. The APR on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is 6.87%, while the APR on a 20-year fixed mortgage is 6.67%.
For a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage of $100,000, the monthly payment for principal and interest would be around $655, totaling about $136,302 in interest costs over the life of the loan.
The average interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate jumbo mortgage refinance is 7.23%, while a 15-year fixed-rate jumbo mortgage refinance has an average rate of 6.38%.
Refinance rates are typically slightly higher than purchase rates. Considering factors like closing costs, discount points, and loan terms is essential when deciding on a mortgage refinance.
Having a strong credit score, managing debt-to-income ratio, monitoring market rates, and choosing shorter loan terms can help secure the best mortgage refinance rates.
National average mortgage rates have hovered in the middle-to-high 6% range, with expectations for rates to remain stable or potentially lower in the second half of 2025 based on inflation and employment trends.
Waiting to refinance later in the year may lead to lower rates, and improving credit scores and reducing loan balances can help secure better rates when considering mortgage refinancing.
It's important to calculate the break-even point by dividing closing costs by monthly savings to determine the optimal time to refinance considering the cost and benefits of the new loan terms.
Monitoring economic indicators and staying informed about the mortgage market trends can aid in making informed decisions about mortgage refinancing.