Analysts believe a modest drop in mortgage rates could prove to be a "magic bullet" for the U.S. housing market.

The average rate on 30-year fixed home loans increased to 6.75% for the week ending July 17, up from 6.72% last week.

Historic mortgage rate trends. During the last three years, mortgage rates have been on the rise. In early 2022, the average 30-year fixed rate was 4.72% and the 15-year fixed rate was 3.91% ...

Freddie Mac’s mortgage rates for the week ending June 26, 2025. Freddie Mac mortgage rate trends. For its weekly rate analysis, Freddie Mac looks at rates offered for the week, ending each ...

NerdWallet has identified the following 10 housing and mortgage trends to watch for in 2020. 1. Mortgage rates will stay low. Mortgage rates are expected to remain around the same low ...

Historic mortgage rate trends. During the last three years, mortgage rates have been on the rise. In early 2022, the average 30-year fixed rate was 4.72% and the 15-year fixed rate was 3.91% ...