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Aug 16, 2025 11:23 AM
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Exclusive | Adam Schiff paying just 3% mortgage on homes at center of mortgage fraud probe
Senator Adam Schiff is accused of claiming two homes as primary residences in order to get lower mortgage rates and property taxes. Despite designating one property as a second home in 2020, he still received rock-bottom mortgage rates on both his Maryland and California homes. This has resulted in significant savings for Schiff and an increase in his bank assets, with his wealth soaring over the ... more
Aug 15, 2025 12:23 PM
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Mortgage Rates Fall: Is It Enough for Buyers?
Mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest level since October, prompting hopeful home buyers to take advantage of lower borrowing costs. Mortgage applications for home purchases are on the rise compared to the previous year. Some buyers are also considering adjustable-rate mortgages for potential initial savings. The national averages for mortgage rates have decreased for both 30-year and 15-yea... more
Aug 15, 2025 11:23 AM
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Highest Rates This Week, But Close Enough to Long Term Lows
Friday saw the highest mortgage rates of the week due to retail sales data coming in stronger than expected, causing bond markets to lose ground and push rates higher. Despite this increase, rates are still near long term lows compared to the past 10 months.
Aug 15, 2025 9:23 AM
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Majority of rates decline: Should you lock now? | Current mortgage and refinance rates for August 15, 2025
Mortgage interest rates decreased for 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, and jumbo loans, but increased for ARM loans. The rates are influenced by economic factors like inflation and the job market. The current average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.57 percent, down slightly from last week. Mortgage rates have been relatively stable in 2025, but are now showing more variability due to recent ec... more
Aug 15, 2025 5:24 AM
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Mortgage rates fall to a 10-month low. Here's when they could drop again.
Mortgage interest rates have dropped to their lowest point since October 2024, with the average 30-year mortgage loan rate now at 6.58%. Even though rates are not expected to fall dramatically, there are upcoming dates to monitor that could potentially lead to lower rates, including changes in the unemployment rate, the next inflation report, and the Federal Reserve meeting on September 17.
Aug 15, 2025 3:23 AM
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Average rate on a 30-year mortgage drops to lowest level since October
The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage has fallen to its lowest level in nearly 10 months, which could help boost homebuying activity in a stagnant housing market. Mortgage rates are influenced by factors such as the Federal Reserve's interest rate policies and inflation. While the recent drop in rates has led to an increase in refinancing activity, affordability remains a major obstacle for ... more
Aug 15, 2025 3:23 AM
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Mortgage rates have made a 'substantial improvement,' economist says — here’s what to know
Mortgage rates have been declining, making conditions favorable for homeowners to refinance. Refinance applications have increased, with experts recommending homeowners with rates over 6% to consider refinancing. The Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady does not directly impact mortgage rates, which closely track 10-year Treasury yields. Refinancing costs depend on location and loan size,... more
Aug 14, 2025 3:23 PM
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Average 30-year U.S. mortgage rate drops to lowest level since October
The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell to its lowest level in nearly 10 months, giving a boost to potential homebuyers. Rates on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages also dropped. The housing market has been stagnant due to high rates since 2022, but the recent decrease in rates has seen an increase in mortgage applications, especially for refinancing.
Aug 14, 2025 11:57 AM
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Mortgage rates fall to lowest level of 2025
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses President Trump's meeting with Putin, U.S.-China trade talks, and housing affordability solutions. Mortgage rates have fallen to the lowest level of the year, with the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage dropping to 6.58%. Bessent highlights the importance of addressing the housing affordability crisis, which is affecting real estate transactio... more
Aug 14, 2025 10:23 AM
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Mortgage Rates Mostly Steady Despite Some Market Volatility
Mortgage rates hit new long-term lows recently due to the jobs report earlier in the month, but remained stable in the past week. Today's inflation data caused some volatility in the bond market, putting upward pressure on rates, although they were initially set to start lower.
Aug 14, 2025 9:51 AM
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Mortgage rates move lower on inflation, employment news
Mortgage rates fell to their lowest level since October due to an unexpected inflation report and ongoing employment concerns. The 30-year fixed rate remained stable in July, but eventually saw a 10 basis point decline, the most since March.
Aug 14, 2025 9:24 AM
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Average rate on a 30-year mortgage drops to lowest level since October
The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell to 6.58%, the lowest in nearly 10 months, providing a boost for potential homebuyers. Mortgage rates are influenced by factors like the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy decisions and bond market investors' expectations. The recent drop in rates is attributed to weaker-than-expected job market data and speculation of a Fed rate cut next month. ... more
Aug 14, 2025 9:23 AM
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Mortgage rates drop to 2025 low
Mortgage rates have dropped to the lowest level since October 2024, with the 30-year fixed rate at 6.58% and the 15-year fixed rate at 5.71%. The decrease in rates is attributed to expectations of an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September, as well as weak job growth and lower than expected inflation data. Although lower rates provide relief to homebuyers, there may not be much furth... more
Aug 14, 2025 7:23 AM
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Average rate on a 30-year mortgage drops to lowest level since October
The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage has fallen to its lowest level in nearly 10 months, leading to increased mortgage applications, especially for refinancing. The decrease in rates may provide a boost to the stagnant housing market that has been affected by elevated mortgage rates in the past year.
Aug 14, 2025 3:23 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, August 14, 2025: Rates are lower in August than last month
Today's fixed mortgage rates have remained flat, with the 30-year fixed rate at 6.50% and the 15-year rate at 5.74%. Rates have been slightly lower at the start of August, resulting in an increase in mortgage loan applications. Refinance rates can be higher than purchase mortgage rates. Mortgage rates may vary due to factors like the economy, employment rates, and housing market conditions. It is ... more
Aug 14, 2025 2:23 AM
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What Falling Mortgage Rates Mean for American Homebuyers
Mortgage rates are falling despite the Federal Reserve's reluctance to introduce new cuts recently. The recent dip in mortgage rates is attributed to the July jobs report, showing weaker job growth and higher unemployment rates. The drop in rates makes homebuying more affordable, but experts are still skeptical about its impact on the market.
Aug 13, 2025 10:24 AM
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Even a 1% mortgage rate drop could be enough to 'unlock' the frozen housing market, Oxford Economics says
Mortgage rates are not expected to drop to pandemic-era levels around 3%. A 1% drop in rates to below 6% could incentivize some homeowners to sell and trade up. High home prices are a major barrier to housing affordability, and a drop in rates could lead to increased refinancing activity.
Aug 13, 2025 10:23 AM
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Mortgage Rates Hit New 10 Month Lows
Mortgage rates remain at 10 month lows, with today's top tier 30yr fixed rate matching levels from October 4th. The challenge of surpassing the rates from October 3rd is significant due to the sharp single-day increase. However, continued low rates have led to an increase in refi demand, and further improvement may occur if economic data weakens and inflation stays manageable. Today's rate improve... more
Aug 13, 2025 10:23 AM
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Mortgage rates dip below 6%: What this means for homebuyers
Mortgage rates are decreasing, with the 15-year rate falling below 6% for the first time since February. Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Claire Boston discusses the implications of lower rates and slowing shelter costs for potential buyers.
Aug 13, 2025 7:23 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, August 13, 2025: Rates fluctuate in response to inflation data
Mortgage interest rates have been unsteady, with the 30-year fixed rate dropping slightly while the 15-year rate increased. This instability is likely due to the results of the July Consumer Price Index showing mixed inflation results. Various mortgage rates, including VA and FHA loans, are provided, along with information on mortgage refinance rates. The article also discusses the pros and cons o... more
Aug 13, 2025 6:23 AM
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Refi Demand Surged as Rates Hit Longer-Term Lows
Mortgage application activity surged last week due to sharply lower mortgage rates, with the Refinance Index jumping 23% and the Purchase Index rising 1.4%. The 30-year fixed rate declined to 6.67%, leading to increased refinance and purchase activity. The refinance share of total mortgage applications climbed to 44.2% and ARM share edged down to 7.4%.
Aug 13, 2025 4:23 AM
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Weekly mortgage refinancing demand shoots 23% higher, with riskier loans making a comeback
Homeowners are looking for savings, leading to increased demand for riskier mortgages. Refinance applications jumped 23% and adjustable-rate mortgages saw a 25% increase. Mortgage rates for 30-year fixed-rate loans decreased, but are still higher than a year ago. While purchase mortgage applications rose slightly, home prices remain high historically. Mortgage rates have remained steady despite a ... more
Aug 13, 2025 4:23 AM
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US 30-year mortgage rate dropped last week, refi applications surged
The interest rate for the most popular U.S. home loan dropped to 6.67%, the lowest rate since early April. Refinance applications jumped, but purchase applications only rose slightly, indicating that high mortgage rates and rising home prices are discouraging homebuyers. The Federal Reserve has left short-term borrowing costs unchanged, but some central bankers are open to lowering interest rates ... more
Aug 13, 2025 3:23 AM
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Mortgage rates below 5% for first time since Truss budget
The average two-year mortgage rate in the UK has dropped below 5% for the first time since September 2022. Despite five rate cuts since last August, mortgage rates are still above pre-mini-budget levels. Hundreds of thousands of borrowers are due to re-mortgage this year, with 900,000 fixed rate deals expiring in the second half of 2025. Interest rates are expected to hold steady around 4% due to ... more
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Users should contact lenders directly to obtain formal, binding loan offers. If you identify any discrepancies in the data or would like to have your institution’s rates included, please contact us at content@loanglass.com.
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