Mortgage, interest rates

Mortgage rates aren't likely to fall any time soon — here’s why
Mortgage rates have more than doubled from recent lows in 2021. They're not poised to fall much any time soon, economists said.
Mortgage rates have climbed above 7%. Here’s how we got here and what it means
It’s the first time since May 2024 that 30-year mortgage rates have hit that mark. High rates are adding to the affordability challenges many Americans are facing.
Mortgage rates climb above 7%; what does that mean for housing market?
Higher interest rates add to problems with affordability that have hammered the housing market for the last two years. Prices have continued to climb despite slower sales volume, posting 17
Weekly Mortgage Rates Drop as Home Sales Stall
Mortgage rates dipped below 7% this week as the housing market continued to snuggle into its winter hibernation.The average rate on the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell 12 basis points to
Average rate on 30-year mortgage slips below 7% after climbing five weeks in a row
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. eased this week to just below 7%, its first decline after climbing five weeks in a row.
Mortgage rates finally fall after 6-week climb
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped below 7% after climbing for six consecutive weeks as the housing market sees little relief amid an affordability crisis.
Mortgage rates fall after six weeks of gain
Mortgage rates fell after six weeks of steady gain, and homebuyers embraced the change as reflected in higher purchase applications, the latest Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Survey showed. 30-year fixed-rate mortgages averaged 6.
What new report says about impact of rising mortgage rates on housing market here
The new data comes after Charlotte has been recognized as one of Zillow's top 10 hottest housing markets for 2025.
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Mortgage rates aren’t budging as Trump settles into office
In the first week of Donald Trump’s return to the White House, things have been quiet when it comes to the long-term costs of a home loan.
Housing Shortage, Not Volatile Rates, Is Biggest Obstacle for Buyers, Zillow CEO Says
The U.S. housing market has been hurt by volatile mortgage rates, but a severe shortage of available homes is the most critical obstacle for would-be buyers, Zillow CEO Jeremy Wacksman said.
Donald Trump Has a Housing Market Problem
As Trump is set to take office, he'll be inheriting a troublesome housing market where affordability continues to erode for ...
Mortgage rates rise above 7% for first time since May
Mortgage rates rose again for the sixth straight week, with the average 30-year fixed-rate note topping 7% for the first time ...
Mortgage rates climb above 7%, risking a prolonged freeze for the housing market
Mortgage rates crept back over 7% to start the new year in a troublesome development for the housing market that has ...
DFW 2025 Housing Market Outlook: Rates to remain steady, prices expected to rise
If you were waiting for mortgage interest rates to drop before buying a home, experts suggest you might want to follow the projections of national housing economists.
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Mortgage Predictions: What's Next for Rates After Trump's Inauguration
On a normal day, it's nearly impossible to predict which way mortgage rates will go. Now, with so much uncertainty in ...