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Today’s refi rates move up – September 27, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 3.01 percent, up 4 basis points over the last week. The 15-year fixed refi average rate is now 2.29 percent, up 2 basis points from a week ago. The average rate [...]
5 min read Sep 27, 2021
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Current national mortgage and refinance rates, September 27th, 2021 | Majority of rates rise
Mortgage interest rates remain within reach of record lows: the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 3.04, the average rate for the benchmark 15-year fixed mortgage is 2.30 percent, and the average [...]
2 min read Sep 27, 2021
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Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of Sept. 27-Oct. 1, 2021?
Mortgage rates are notoriously hard to predict. But it’s a sure bet the market will watch these reports.
1 min read Sep 27, 2021
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Mortgage rate deals for week ending Sept. 25, 2021: Top offers from lenders
Good credit? Mortgages with rates below 3 percent remain plentiful.
1 min read Sep 25, 2021
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Mortgage and real estate news this week: The Fed and mortgage rates, plus keeping up on home maintenance
Refi opportunities persist and key signs that your home may need maintenance.
1 min read Sep 25, 2021
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What property buyers should know about land loans
The best type of loan depends on the property and what you plan to do with it.
6 min read Sep 24, 2021
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Today’s mortgage refinance rates rise – September 24, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 3.01 percent, up 4 basis points compared with a week ago. The average rate for a 15-year fixed refi is 2.28 percent, up 1 basis point over the last week. The [...]
5 min read Sep 24, 2021
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Current mortgage and refinance rates for September 24, 2021 – Majority of rates rise
Now is a great time to get a mortgage: the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 3.03, the average rate for the benchmark 15-year fixed mortgage is 2.29 percent, and the average 5/1 ARM rate is [...]
3 min read Sep 24, 2021
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How the Federal Reserve affects mortgage rates
The Fed doesn’t directly impact mortgage rates, but borrowers should still pay attention.
3 min read Sep 23, 2021
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How the Federal Reserve affects ARMs, HELOCs and home equity loans
If you have a home equity loan or variable mortgage, pay attention to the Fed.
3 min read Sep 23, 2021