Mortgage Rates Hold Steady At 7.40%
“The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage remained unchanged this week,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac's Chief Economist.
News Facts
- The 30-year FRM averaged 7.40% as of October 15, 2026, unchanged from last week. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.27%. The 15-year FRM averaged 6.71%, down from last week when it averaged 6.73%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.52%.
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