Mortgage rates tumble to lowest level since October 2024
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.5%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.56%.
Mortgage rates fall to 10-month low
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.56%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.58%.
Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage fraud: What did she do?
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is facing mortgage fraud allegations raised by Trump official Bill Pulte and vowed a legal challenge against President Trump's attempt to fire her.
Trump threatens to fire Fed Governor Cook if she doesn't resign
President Donald Trump threatened to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook if she doesn't resign amid a DOJ investigation into allegations Cook committed mortgage fraud.
Trump hits Federal Reserve Chair Powell over housing industry in latest attack, blasting mortgage rates
President Donald Trump resumed attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, this time claiming he is hurting the housing industry with high rates.
Trump calls for Fed governor's resignation as ally requests DOJ probe
President Donald Trump called for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to resign after the head of FHFA, Bill Pulte, sent a referral accusing her of mortgage fraud.
Mortgage rates fall to lowest level of 2025
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.58%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.63%.
Mortgage rates inch lower this week
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.74%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.75%.
Mortgage rates tick higher for first time in weeks
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.72%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.67%.
Mortgage rates fall for fifth straight week, lowest since mid-April
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.67%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.77%.
US regulator directs Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac to consider cryptocurrency as an asset
FHFA instructed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to prepare proposals for including cryptocurrency as an asset for mortgage reserves without converting to U.S. dollars.
Mortgage rates fall for 4th straight week, lowest since early May
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.77%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.81%.
Mortgage rates tick lower for second week in a row
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.84%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.85%.
Home sellers face harsh new reality as listings hit record $698B value
A growing gap between sellers and buyers in the housing market indicates a coming shift as inventory in the U.S. reaches its highest level in five years.
Mortgage rates drop for first time in weeks, still hover near 7%
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.85%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.89%.
Mortgage rates rise for third straight week, hover near 7%
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.89%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.86%.
Mortgage rates rise to highest level since mid-February
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.86%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.81%.
Trump considers taking mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public
President Donald Trump plans discussions on taking Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public, a decision that could affect mortgage-backed securities and housing market stability.
Homebuyers see silver lining in a potential recession, viewing it as buying opportunity
Most American homebuyers are anticipating a recession in the next year, though more view that as a buying opportunity than a deterrent to purchase, Realtor.com found.
Dimon slams mortgage regulations for pushing rates higher, hurting lower-income homebuyers
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon discussed the burden of mortgage regulations on homebuyers and expressed concerns over economic risks like stagflation and tariffs.