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Will mortgage rates fall after the July Fed meeting? Here's what experts expect
With the Federal Reserve's July meeting on the horizon, many prospective homebuyers and homeowners are wondering what it could mean for mortgage rates. After years of relatively high borrowing costs, even the slightest dip could open doors for those hoping to buy or refinance. But the path forward is far from clear.
Mortgage rates move higher again
Mortgage rates moved higher for the second week in a row, according to Freddie Mac. The average rate on a 30-year loan reached 6.75%.
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Mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed sits at 6.625%
Mortgage rates on July 17, 2025, hold steady as 30-year fixed sits at 6.625%. Here’s what today’s numbers mean for buyers and refinancers.
Weekly mortgage demand plummets 10%, as rates and economic concerns rise
Renewed concerns over tariffs and the broader economy drove treasury yields higher last week, and mortgage rates followed. As a result, total mortgage application volume dropped 10% last week compared with the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association's seasonally adjusted index.
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Mortgage applications fell by 10% in just one week
Mortgage applications dropped 10.0% amid rising interest rates and post-holiday adjustments.   Refinance activity declined 7%, while purchase app
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