Mortgage Rates Show Slight Decline Across Most Loan Types
Recent data indicates minor drops in refinance and purchase rates, with the Federal Reserve poised for potential rate cuts.
- 30-year fixed mortgage rates now average 6.38% for purchase and 6.35% for refinance.
- 15-year mortgage rates have decreased slightly, with conforming rates at 5.68% for purchase and 5.70% for refinance.
- Jumbo loan rates also saw a small decline, with 30-year fixed rates at 6.54%.
- The Federal Reserve is expected to announce its first rate cut in four years during its upcoming policy meeting.
- Labor market data and inflation trends are influencing the Federal Reserve's decisions on interest rates.