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Today’s refi rates slide – November 29, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 3.15 percent, down 2 basis points compared with a week ago. The 15-year fixed refi average rate is now 2.50 percent, up 2 basis point over the last seven days. [...]
5 min read Nov 29, 2021 -
Today’s mortgage and refinance rates, November 29, 2021 | Rates historically low
It is currently a favorable time to take out a mortgage: the average 30-year fixed-mortgage rate is 3.18, the average 15-year fixed-mortgage rate is 2.52 percent, and the average 5/1 ARM rate is 2.74 [...]
3 min read Nov 29, 2021 -
Economic calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of Nov. 29-Dec. 3
Mortgage rates are notoriously unpredictable, but housing economists expect them to edge up in the coming months. Two items are on this week’s economic calendar could shape the future of mortgage rates. [...]
1 min read Nov 29, 2021 -
How homebuyers can battle bias against FHA, VA loans
It’s a tough market for all buyers, but especially for those with FHA and VA loans. Here’s how to compete.
4 min read Nov 29, 2021 -
Mortgage and real estate news this week: Homebuyer coping strategies, mortgage credit scores and more
Loosening credit requirements for mortgage borrowers and a Confederate flag ban.
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Today’s refi rates move lower | November 26, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 3.15 percent, down 2 basis points over the last week. The 15-year fixed refi average rate is now 2.50 percent, up 2 basis point over the last week. The average [...]
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Today’s mortgage and refinance rates, November 26th, 2021 | Rates still low
It is currently a favorable time to take out a mortgage or refinance your current loan: the average rate for the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage is 3.18, the average rate you’ll pay for a 15-year fixed [...]
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Today’s best mortgage and refinance rates, November 25, 2021: Rates remain low
Rates on mortgage loans remain near record lows: the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 3.18, the average rate you’ll pay for a 15-year fixed mortgage is 2.52 percent, and the average 5/1 ARM [...]
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Mortgage borrowers’ credit scores back off a bit from record high
Americans with strong credit scores are reaping the rewards of record-low mortgage rates.
3 min read Nov 24, 2021 -
Today’s refi rates drop off – November 24, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 3.14 percent, down 3 basis points from a week ago. The 15-year fixed refi average rate is now 2.49 percent, up 2 basis point over the last seven days. The average [...]
5 min read Nov 24, 2021