Based on data compiled by Credible, mortgage refinance rates are mixed since yesterday, with two rates falling, one rising, and a fourth holding steady.
Rates last updated on August 5, 2022. These rates are based on the assumptions shown here. Actual rates may vary. With 5,000 reviews, Credible maintains an "excellent" Trustpilot score.
What this means: Rates for a 30-year refinance edged lower today, bringing this popular term further below the 5% mark. Meanwhile, 20-year rates held steady, and 10-year rates surged to hit 4.750%. Homeowners who can manage higher monthly payments may want to consider 15-year rates – at 4.5%, they’re currently the lowest available. With rates for all repayment terms below 5%, homeowners who have been waiting to refinance might consider locking in a rate today.
Today’s mortgage rates for home purchases
Based on data compiled by Credible, three key mortgage rates for home purchases have fallen and one held steady since yesterday.
Rates last updated on August 5, 2022. These rates are based on the assumptions shown here. Actual rates may vary. Credible, a personal finance marketplace, has 5,000+ Trustpilot reviews with an average star rating of 4.7 (out of a possible 5.0).
What this means: Three key mortgage rates dropped today, while one other held steady, giving buyers an opportunity to save on interest. Thirty-year rates, which tend to be the most popular, dipped further below 5%, while rates for 10- and 15-year terms also fell. Buyers may want to lock in a low rate today while rates for all repayment terms are still under 5%.
To find great mortgage rates, start by using Credible’s secured website, which can show you current mortgage rates from multiple lenders without affecting your credit score. You can also use Credible’s mortgage calculator to estimate your monthly mortgage payments.
Today’s mortgage interest rates are well below the highest annual average rate recorded by Freddie Mac – 16.63% in 1981. A year before the COVID-19 pandemic upended economies across the world, the average interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage for 2019 was 3.94%. The average rate for 2021 was 2.96%, the lowest annual average in 30 years.
The historic drop in interest rates means homeowners who have mortgages from 2019 and older could potentially realize significant interest savings by refinancing with one of today’s lower interest rates. When considering a mortgage refinance or purchase, it’s important to take into account closing costs such as appraisal, application, origination and attorney’s fees. These factors, in addition to the interest rate and loan amount, all contribute to the cost of a mortgage.
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Changing economic conditions, central bank policy decisions, investor sentiment, and other factors influence the movement of mortgage rates. Credible average mortgage rates and mortgage refinance rates reported in this article are calculated based on information provided by partner lenders who pay compensation to Credible.
The rates assume a borrower has a 740 credit score and is borrowing a conventional loan for a single-family home that will be their primary residence. The rates also assume no (or very low) discount points and a down payment of 20%.
Credible mortgage rates reported here will only give you an idea of current average rates. The rate you actually receive can vary based on a number of factors.
A mortgage is likely the largest debt you’ll take on in life – one that will take decades to repay. So it’s critical to make sure you choose a mortgage lender and mortgage that work best for your needs and financial situation.
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As a Credible authority on mortgages and personal finance, Chris Jennings has covered topics that include mortgage loans, mortgage refinancing, and more. He’s been an editor and editorial assistant in the online personal finance space for four years. His work has been featured by MSN, AOL, Yahoo Finance, and more.
