Based on data compiled by Credible, mortgage rates for home purchases have fallen for two key terms, while two others have remained unchanged since Friday.
Rates last updated on July 24, 2023. These rates are based on the assumptions shown here. Actual rates may vary. Credible, a personal finance marketplace, has 5,000 Trustpilot reviews with an average star rating of 4.7 (out of a possible 5.0).
What this means: Mortgage purchase rates have returned to a pattern of 15-, 20-, and 30-year terms remaining above 7%, while 10-year terms stay in the 5% range. Today, rates for 30-year terms have edged down to 7.375%. Rates for 10-year terms have also fallen, dropping by over three-quarters of a percentage point to 5.625%. Meanwhile, rates for 15- and 20-year terms have remained at 7.125% and 7.875%, respectively. Borrowers interested in maximizing their interest savings should consider 10-year terms, as 5.625% is today’s lowest rate. Homebuyers who would rather have a smaller monthly payment should instead consider 30-year terms, as they have the lowest rate out of the two longer terms.
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Based on data compiled by Credible, mortgage refinance rates have fallen across all key terms since Friday.
Rates last updated on July 24, 2023. These rates are based on the assumptions shown here. Actual rates may vary. With 5,000 reviews, Credible maintains an "excellent" Trustpilot score.
What this means: Mortgage refinance rates have returned to their pattern of longer terms staying above 6%, while shorter terms stay within the 5% range. Today, mortgage refinance rates have fallen across all key terms. Rates for 10-year terms fell the most today, dropping by a half of a percentage point to 5.625%. Following close behind, rates for 30-year terms have dropped by a quarter of a percentage point to 6.625%. Additionally, rates for 15- and 20-year terms have edged down to 5.875% and 6.5%, respectively. Homeowners looking to refinance into a lower monthly payment should consider 20-year terms, as their rates are lower than those of 30-year terms. Borrowers who would rather save the most on interest should instead consider today’s lowest rate, 10-year terms at 5.625%.
Today’s mortgage interest rates are well below the highest annual average rate recorded by Freddie Mac — 16.63% in 1981. A year before the COVID-19 pandemic upended economies across the world, the average interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage for 2019 was 3.94%. The average rate for 2021 was 2.96%, the lowest annual average in 30 years.
The historic drop in interest rates means homeowners who have mortgages from 2019 and older could potentially realize significant interest savings by refinancing with one of today’s lower interest rates. When considering a mortgage or refinance, it’s important to take into account closing costs such as appraisal, application, origination and attorney’s fees. These factors, in addition to the interest rate and loan amount, all contribute to the cost of a mortgage.
Changing economic conditions, central bank policy decisions, investor sentiment and other factors influence the movement of mortgage rates. Credible average mortgage rates and mortgage refinance rates reported in this article are calculated based on information provided by partner lenders who pay compensation to Credible.
The rates assume a borrower has a 700 credit score and is borrowing a conventional loan for a single-family home that will be their primary residence. The rates also assume no (or very low) lender credits and a down payment of 20%.
Credible mortgage rates reported here will only give you an idea of current average rates. The rate you actually receive can vary based on a number of factors.
When you’re ready to buy a home, you should lock down your mortgage options before you begin house hunting. Having your financing lined up can make the process go smoother, and give you a leg up on other buyers who’ve not yet been prequalified or pre-approved for a mortgage.
Here are the general steps to getting a mortgage:
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