Today's Refinance Rates for Jul. 18, 2025
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Lower mortgage rates may motivate more people to buy houses, but it will take a bigger drop in borrowing costs to create more home sellers and lead to lower home prices, economists said.
Mortgage application activity dropped sharply last week as rates moved higher, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) latest survey. The Composite Index fell 10.0% on a seasonally adjusted basis for the week ending July 11,
Mortgage applications dropped 10.0% amid rising interest rates and post-holiday adjustments. Refinance activity declined 7%, while purchase app
Mortgage rates today are steady, but loan demand fell 10% after recent rate increases. See what’s driving today’s trends.
Declining mortgage interest rates helped boost home loan applications for a second week, as the summer selling season is underway.
Interest rate increases hit homeowners where it hurts most – their monthly budget. While Federal Reserve decisions might seem abstract, their impact on
Homeownership is often seen as a cornerstone of the American Dream. But for some who bought in recent years, it’s become a costly source of stress.
Will mortgage rates fall after the July Fed meeting? What experts expect. Industry experts generally don't foresee meaningful mortgage rate drops right after the July Fed meeting.