30-Year Refinance Rate Drops by 11 Basis Points

30-Year Refinance Rate Drops by 11 Basis Points

It’s a little bit of good news for homeowners looking to refinance. As of today, May 2, 2026, the average rate for a 30-year fixed refinance has dipped to 6.50%, marking an... Read more »
Inflation and Oil Prices Push Rates Higher

Inflation and Oil Prices Push Rates Higher

It’s understandable to feel a bit unsettled when you see mortgage rates nudging upwards. On this bright Saturday, May 2, 2026, the general consensus is that today’s mortgage rates, specifically the 30-year... Read more »
30 Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Drops Steeply by 46 Basis Points Year-Over-Year

30 Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Drops Steeply by 46 Basis Points Year-Over-Year

It’s a moment many prospective homebuyers have been waiting for: the 30-year fixed mortgage rate, despite a slight uptick this week, is showing a robust 46 basis point decrease year-over-year, a significant... Read more »
Inflation and Oil Prices Push Rates Higher

Rates Rise, Fed Pause and Geopolitical Currents Sway Homebuyers

If you’re thinking about buying a home or refinancing, paying attention to mortgage rates is key. For May 1st, 2026, the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is hovering around 6.21%.... Read more »
Will Mortgage Rates Go Down to 5% in 2026?

Will Mortgage Rates Go Down to 5% in 2026?

I get it. We all want to see those numbers on mortgage statements shrink, especially after the recent climb. The dream of snagging a home with a 5% mortgage rate by 2026... Read more »
30‑Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Rises Ending 3 Weeks of Steep Declines

30‑Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Rises Ending 3 Weeks of Steep Declines

The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage has climbed back up to 6.30%, according to the latest Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). This modest increase puts an end to... Read more »
Inflation and Oil Prices Push Rates Higher

Fed Pause Keeps 30‑Year Fixed Slightly Lower at 6.11%

As of today, April 30, 2026, the average rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage are sitting at 6.11%, according to Zillow. This is a tiny dip of 1 basis point from yesterday,... Read more »
30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Drops Steeply to Lowest Level This Week

30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Drops Steeply to Lowest Level This Week

If you’ve been dreaming of buying a home or even refinancing your current mortgage, this is fantastic news! The 30‑year fixed mortgage rate has just experienced a significant drop, reaching its lowest... Read more »
First-time buyers’ shrinking presence — what it means for agents

First-time buyers’ shrinking presence — what it means for agents

First-time buyers’ shrinking presence — what it means for agents Skip to content © 2006-2026 HW Media, LLC. All rights reserved.Powered by WordPress VIP What’s New? Updated 10 hours ago LatestYour Feed... Read more »
We may finally be near the bottom of the mortgage market cycle

We may finally be near the bottom of the mortgage market cycle

We may finally be near the bottom of the mortgage market cycle Skip to content © 2006-2026 HW Media, LLC. All rights reserved.Powered by WordPress VIP What’s New? Updated 3 hours ago... Read more »