Mortgage Rates for Friday, August 25, 2023, in a Minute
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Good morning, for today, Friday, August 25, 2023, the national average:
30-year fixed mortgage rate is 7.57%
30-year fixed FHA loan rate is 6.71%
30- year fixed VA loan rate is 6.93%
30- year fixed Jumbo rate is 7.58%
If you already own a home and looking to refinance, the current 15-year fixed refinance rate is 6.89% and the 30-year fixed refinance rate is 7.80%.
Meanwhile, the national average adjustable mortgage loan rates for:
5.1 ARM is 6.50% APR 8.09%
7/1 ARM is 6.78% APR 8.15%
10/1 ARM is 6.97% APR 8.11%
Keep in mind, mortgage rates change daily, even hourly, based on market conditions. Don't forget to shop around for your mortgage loan before committing to one. In addition, the rates you see, may not be the rate you get. Also remember, there are several factors that goes into determining your rate. These factors include but not limited to:
Credit score
Loan type
Term
Property location
Down payment
Loan amount and rate type
FYI: interest rate represent the cost of borrowing the principle. It does not include any fees or additional cost. While the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) represent not only the cost of borrowing the principle, but it also includes other fees as well. For this reason, interest rates are usually advertise at a lower rate, while the APR, is typically higher.
We have been helping first time home buyers since 2011. If it matters to you, it matters to us. We at First Home Houston is always looking out for your best interest. As always, we thank you for stopping by. Until next time… Diana.
Source: Bankrate
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