August 14, 2025
Mortgage rates fell to their lowest level since October. Purchase application activity is improving as borrowers take advantage of the decline in mortgage rates.

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August 7, 2025
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to its lowest level since April. The decline in rates increases prospective homebuyers’ purchasing power and Freddie Mac research shows that buyers can save thousands by getting quotes from a few different lenders.

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July 24, 2025
This week, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage essentially remained flat at 6.74%. Overall, the backdrop for the housing market is positive as the economy continues to perform well with solid employment and income growth.

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July 17, 2025
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage inched up this week and continues to stay within a narrow range under 7%. While overall affordability headwinds persist, rate stability coupled with moderately rising inventory may sway prospective buyers to act.

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July 10, 2025
After declining for five consecutive weeks, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage moved slightly higher following a stronger than expected jobs report. Despite ongoing affordability challenges in the housing market, home purchase and refinance applications are responding to the downward trajectory in rates, increasing by 25% and 56%, respectively, compared to the same time last year.

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