Mortgage Rates Show Mixed Trends as Market Awaits Federal Reserve Decision
30-year fixed-rate mortgages hover around 6.38%, while 15-year rates remain below 5.8% amid expectations of rate cuts.
- Current average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.38%, slightly down from last week.
- 15-year mortgage rates are averaging 5.76%, showing minor fluctuations.
- Federal Reserve is anticipated to cut benchmark rates in September, influencing future mortgage rates.
- Despite lower rates, homebuyer activity remains sluggish due to high home prices and economic uncertainty.
- Experts suggest potential further declines in mortgage rates through 2025 as inflation cools.