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Mortgage rates mixed this week as Fed meets to assess economy
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Today’s refinance rates tick higher – June 17, 2021
The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 3.22 percent, up 8 basis points from a week ago. The average for a 15-year refi is currently running at 2.49 percent, up 9 basis points from a week ago. The [...]
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Today’s national mortgage & refinance rates, June 17, 2021 – Majority of rates rise
It is currently a great time to take out a mortgage loan: the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 3.16, the average rate you’ll pay for a 15-year fixed mortgage is 2.42 percent, and the average [...]
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Risks of walking away from an underwater mortgage
Underwater homeowners who skip out on their mortgages face a slew of consequences.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Compare Today’s Mortgage & Refinance Rates, June 16th, 2021 | Rates remain low
It is currently a great time to take out a mortgage loan: the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 3.07, the average rate for a 15-year fixed mortgage is 2.35 percent, and the average 5/1 ARM rate [...]
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