Mortgage Refinance Demand Nosedives 19% as Rates Surge in March 2026

Mortgage Refinance Demand Nosedives 19% as Rates Surge in March 2026

It’s been a choppy ride for homeowners looking to refinance their mortgages lately. For the week ending March 13, 2026, we saw a significant 19% drop in mortgage refinance applications. This sharp... Read more »
30-Year Refinance Rate Rises by 17 Basis Points

30-Year Refinance Rate Rises by 17 Basis Points

It’s not great news for those hoping for a continued dip in mortgage rates, but it’s important to stay informed. As of Friday, March 13, 2026, we’ve seen a slight but notable... Read more »
Mortgage originations hit 1.44M in Q4 behind refinance surge

Mortgage originations hit 1.44M in Q4 behind refinance surge

“Underpinning it all, February’s dip in mortgage rates expanded the refinance-eligible population to 5.4 million borrowers, the largest pool we’ve seen since early 2022, further improving affordability, which is at its best... Read more »
30-Year Refinance Rate Rises by 17 Basis Points

30-Year Refinance Rate Rises by 51 Basis Points

Refinance rates climbed significantly today, March 2, 2026, with the 30-year fixed refinance rate jumping to 6.99%, a substantial 51 basis point increase from last week, signaling a fresh bout of volatility... Read more »
Are Lower Mortgage Rates in 2026 Set to Trigger a Refinance Boom?

Are Lower Mortgage Rates in 2026 Set to Trigger a Refinance Boom?

As a homeowner, you’ve probably been glued to the mortgage rate news, wondering if now is the time to finally refinance your loan. Well, I’ve got some good news, mixed with a... Read more »
30-Year Refinance Rate Rises by 17 Basis Points

30-Year Refinance Rate Rises by 9 Basis Points

On February 27, 2026, the 30-year fixed refinance rate remained steady at 6.52% according to Zillow, yet it has nudged up by 9 basis points compared to last week. This subtle shift... Read more »
30-Year Refinance Rate Rises by 17 Basis Points

30-Year Fixed Refinance Rate Rises by 7 Basis Points

Homeowners looking to refinance today will find that the 30-year fixed refinance rate has nudged up, now averaging 6.50%, an increase of 7 basis points from where it stood last week. This... Read more »
30-Year Refinance Rate Rises by 17 Basis Points

30-Year Refinance Rate Rises by 4 Basis Points

As of February 23, 2026, the national average 30‑year fixed refinance rate is holding steady at 6.47%, a modest increase of just 4 basis points from last week’s average. This suggests a... Read more »
M Lincoln Park Refinance Arranged by Essex Capital Markets

$21M Lincoln Park Refinance Arranged by Essex Capital Markets

Essex Capital Markets, LLC, announced the refinancing of a two-property, 90-unit multifamily portfolio located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood on behalf of a longtime ownership group that owns and operates under the... Read more »
Mortgage Rates Drop to a 3-Year Low — Is Now the Best Time to Refinance?

Mortgage Rates Drop to a 3-Year Low — Is Now the Best Time to Refinance?

When you see headlines about mortgage rates hitting a multi-year low, it’s a moment worth paying attention to, especially for homeowners. According to Freddie Mac, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has... Read more »