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Today’s refi rates drop : April 22, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 3.14 percent, down 3 basis points over the last seven days. The average rate for a 15-year fixed refi is 2.43 percent, down 3 basis points over the last seven [...]
5 min read Apr 22, 2021
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30-year mortgage rate slips below 3% in Freddie Mac report
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage was 2.97 percent this week, according to Freddie Mac.
2 min read Apr 22, 2021
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Mortgage rates drop across the board: Third straight week of lower rates
Rates moved down in Bankrate’s weekly survey, making a refinance more attractive.
3 min read Apr 21, 2021
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Cash-out mortgage refinancing: How it works and when it’s the right option
A cash-out refi lets you tap your home equity in cash. See if it’s right for you.
6 min read Apr 22, 2021
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Current mortgage rates – mortgage interest rates today
See rates from our weekly national survey of CDs, mortgages, home equity products, auto loans and credit cards.
5 min read Apr 22, 2021
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Mortgage rates fall again, extending refi possibilities
After rising in February and March, rates are falling for third week.
2 min read Apr 22, 2021
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5 things to know before you tackle an expensive backyard makeover
You don’t need to spend a fortune to create a great outdoor space.
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Home equity loan or HELOC vs. cash-out mortgage refinance
Knowing the differences among equity loans will help you make the right choice.
9 min read Apr 21, 2021
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15-year mortgage rates slip, keeping refi prospects strong
The average rate on a 15-year fixed mortgage was 2.48 percent this week.
1 min read Apr 21, 2021
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Today’s refinance rates slide | April 21, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 3.17 percent, down 8 basis points from a week ago. The 15-year fixed refi average rate is now 2.48 percent, unchanged from a week ago. The average rate for a [...]
4 min read Apr 21, 2021