Mortgage refinance rates for Aug. 23, 2021: Rates ease

Mortgage refinance rates for Aug. 23, 2021: Rates ease

Simon Dawson/Getty A few important refinance rates receded today. Both 15-year fixed and 30-year fixed refinances saw their average rates recede. At the same time, average rates for 10-year fixed refinances stayed the same. Refinance interest rates are never set in stone — but rates have been historically low. If you plan to refinance your

Is it still a good time to refinance my mortgage?

Is it still a good time to refinance my mortgage?

Even though 2020s historically low interest rates are on the rise, it’s still a good time to refinance your mortgage and save thousands over your loan term. (iStock) The coronavirus pandemic added stress over personal finances for many Americans. Nearly one-third of Americans reported that their investments were negatively impacted. Thankfully, the Federal Reserve’s lowering

How to refinance a mortgage after forbearance ends

How to refinance a mortgage after forbearance ends

Learn how to refinance your mortgage after forbearance ends. (iStock) The COVID-19 pandemic caused millions of Americans to experience financial hardship. As a result, some homeowners haven’t been able to keep up with their mortgage payments. To provide some relief, the federal government included a mortgage forbearance plan in the CARES Act for federally backed

Today’s Mortgage Refinance Rates — May 7, 2021: Rates Come Down

Today’s Mortgage Refinance Rates — May 7, 2021: Rates Come Down

Here’s what today’s refinance rates look like. Should you dump your current home loan and get a new one? Mortgage refinance rates are down from yesterday. While refinance rates tend to be a bit higher than the rates you’ll see for a new purchase mortgage, they’re still pretty competitive, even though they’re higher now than