Mortgage rates ticked up slightly on Tuesday, with Zillow reporting the national average for a 30-year fixed mortgage now at 6.94%. The shift marks a one basis point increase from last week’s average of 6.93%. For homebuyers and refinancers, even a small change can impact long-term affordability. Here’s a breakdown of today’s key mortgage rate
With student loan payments now fully resumed, millions of Americans are wondering whether their debt could block them from buying a home. The short answer? Not necessarily—but it will impact how much you can borrow, how lenders view you, and what kind of loan you can get. Here’s what today’s borrowers need to understand before
The average interest rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage edged up to 6.94% on Monday, a slight increase of one basis point from both the previous day and last week. This minor fluctuation comes as potential homebuyers and those considering a refinance closely watch for clearer signals from the economy. Meanwhile, other popular loan types
Mortgage rates presented a mixed picture for prospective homebuyers and those considering a refinance on Friday. While the benchmark 30-year fixed-rate mortgage held relatively steady, other popular loan types saw slight shifts, reflecting the ongoing push and pull of economic crosscurrents. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is currently hovering around 6.88%, a marginal decrease
Homebuyers and those looking to refinance received more welcome news Wednesday as mortgage rates continued their downward trend. The national average for a 30-year fixed mortgage, the most popular home loan in the U.S., fell to 6.93%, offering a potential window of opportunity for borrowers to lock in lower monthly payments. This latest dip, reported
Homebuyers and those looking to refinance are met with a mixed bag of interest rate changes today. The national average for a 30-year fixed mortgage, a popular benchmark for the housing market, saw a slight dip, offering a small reprieve for borrowers. However, other popular loan terms experienced upward movement, highlighting the fluctuating nature of
Homebuyers and homeowners eyeing a refinance have reason to monitor closely: mortgage rates are shifting again. As of Monday, June 9, 2025, the national average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped to 6.99%, according to Zillow. That’s down from 7.03% just a day earlier. While it matches the average from a week ago, it’s still a
As we close out the first week of June 2025, the U.S. housing market continues to send mixed signals. Mortgage rates moved modestly but ended the week slightly lower, while buyer demand remained tepid. Inventory is rising nationwide, reshaping negotiations and hinting at a potentially cooler summer. Mortgage rate snapshot: Where we stand now Mortgage
The national average 30-year fixed mortgage rate edged up to 6.94% on Friday, June 6, 2025, according to Zillow. This marks a 1 basis point increase from the previous day, though rates have eased slightly over the past week. Homebuyers and refinancers alike continue to monitor shifting mortgage rates, which remain elevated amid persistent inflation
Mortgage rates across the U.S. ticked down again today, with the average 30-year fixed rate falling to 6.87% as of June 5, according to Zillow. This marks a 0.14 percentage point drop from the previous week and signals continued volatility as buyers and refinancers watch for more favorable lending conditions. National mortgage rate averages as