December 21, 2024

News of a second consecutive monthly increase in home construction, along with other favorable economic reports, helped push rates on 30-year mortgages to an average of 6.23 percent this week the highest level in nine weeks, according to analysts.

A week ago, 30-year fixed loans averaged 6.21 percent, according to mortgage finance giant Freddie Mac. The improving performance of the economy means the Federal Reserve will be less likely to cut interest rates any time soon. [tags] mortgage rates, loan rates, home loans, interest rates [/tags]  downtown San Diego condos

5 thoughts on “30-Year Mortgage Rates Rise to 9-Week High

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    case of countries with more market-sensitive valuation methods for
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