As of Friday, mortgage rates remain steady, with 30-year fixed loans averaging 6.625% and 15-year fixed loans at 5.75%, according to Zillow Home Loans. With affordability concerns rising and homebuilder sentiment still low, today’s mortgage rates reflect ongoing pressure from elevated interest rates and economic uncertainty. Despite marginal rate fluctuations, consumers continue to face challenges
Mortgage rates remain elevated as of July 17, 2025, with the 30-year fixed mortgage holding at 6.625%, according to data from Zillow. As homebuyers weigh the cost of financing, today’s rates continue to reflect broader economic uncertainty and Federal Reserve caution. Current average mortgage rates Here’s a snapshot of today’s mortgage rates across common loan
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) on Tuesday denied accusations from President Donald Trump that he engaged in “possible mortgage fraud,” calling the allegations an attempt at “political retribution.” Trump and Schiff have been at odds for years, with the Democratic senator having led a House impeachment of the president during his first term and establishing himself
As of Wednesday U.S. mortgage rates are holding steady, but rising costs are putting pressure on home loan demand. Here’s the latest on where rates stand — and what it means if you’re buying or refinancing. Today’s mortgage rates snapshot According to Zillow Home Loans, here are the current rates by loan type: 30-year fixed:
The U.S. housing market is flashing red lights, and one economist says it could be a sign of broader economic trouble ahead. With mortgage rates holding steady near 7%, housing activity across the country is slowing down—dragging down sales, new home construction, and price growth. According to Moody’s Analytics Chief Economist Mark Zandi, the trend
trump housing market Donald Trump is eyeing up what might become “the biggest deal in history” and the stakes could not be higher. It could feasibly bring in hundreds of billions of dollars for the public purse and boost homeownership. Or it could send mortgage rates soaring. The deal is the fate of Freddie Mac
trump housing market Donald Trump is eyeing up what might become “the biggest deal in history” and the stakes could not be higher. It could feasibly bring in hundreds of billions of dollars for the public purse and boost homeownership. Or it could send mortgage rates soaring. The deal is the fate of Freddie Mac
Homeowners who have been taking the standard tax deduction in recent years might want to give itemization another look this year. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act comes with a slew of updates affecting US homeowners. The new law permanently extends a $750,000 limit on the amount of a mortgage eligible for the mortgage interest
Mortgage delinquencies are on the rise again, with recent data showing early-stage late payments growing faster than any other debt category in May 2025. As housing costs soar and student loan collections resume, financially strained homeowners are struggling to keep up. FHA and VA loans under pressure Data from Intercontinental Exchange’s July Mortgage Monitor revealed
Mortgage rates are holding steady after a volatile June, with the 30-year fixed mortgage rate now at 6.625%, according to Zillow Home Loans. The market remains in flux, but falling rates in recent weeks have sparked a surge in buyer and refinance activity. Current mortgage rates snapshot Here are today’s national averages for popular mortgage