Current Mortgage Rates Show Slight Decline
The latest data indicates minor decreases in various mortgage rates, with expectations of further easing by year-end.
- The average 30-year conforming mortgage rate is now 6.960%, down from 6.992%.
- Jumbo mortgage rates have also decreased to 7.160% from 7.269%.
- Rates for FHA, VA, and 15-year conforming mortgages have similarly seen slight drops.
- Economic indicators suggest mortgage rates may continue to fall as the Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates.
- Home prices are projected to rise modestly despite high mortgage rates, due to low supply and cooling demand.