The rate on a 30-year fixed refinance increased to 6.41% today, according to the Mortgage Research Center. The average rate ...

More than four million borrowers could potentially benefit from locking in a lower rate. Here’s what to consider.

Mortgage Research Center. Rates averaged 5.4% for a 15-year financed mortgage and 6.07% for a 20-year financed mortgage.

Are you considering refinancing your home? You may want to act before interest rates rise. The refinancing plan that's right for you and your family depends on your current financial situation. Is ...

And as rates decline, refinancing activity rises: Refinance applications rose 111% compared to the same week last year, according to the latest Mortgage Bankers Association’s weekly application survey ...

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We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. Against today's economic backdrop, then, it may make sense to refinance ...

Mortgage rates have dropped, but refinancing is not always the right move.The first rule is to check if your current rate is at least 1% higher than today’s average. For example, refinancing a ...

Annual spending on home improvements has been down in recent years, but that’s expected to change in 2025 with a 1.2 percent increase in renovation spending, according to a report by the Joint Center ...

As mortgage rates dip even lower, most mortgage payers are wondering if a new loan could save them money. According to Freddie Mac's weekly surveys, mortgage rates have hovered between 3.4% and 3.5% ...