Mortgage Rates Down Once Again

MCLEAN, Va. – Freddie Mac today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) showing that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 2.88 percent.

“As a result of low mortgage rates that have stayed under three percent since July, the housing market has seen a strong, upward trajectory during a very uncertain time,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “We’re seeing potential homebuyers who now have more purchasing power and many current homeowners who have the option to refinance their loan for a better rate. However, several factors could disrupt this activity including high home prices, low inventory, and lender capacity.”

News Facts

• 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 2.88 percent with an average 0.8 point for the week ending October 1, 2020, down from last week when it averaged 2.90 percent. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 3.65 percent.
• 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 2.36 percent with an average 0.7 point, down from last week when it averaged 2.40 percent. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 3.14 percent.
• 5-year Treasury-indexed hybrid adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) averaged 2.90 percent with an average 0.2 point, unchanged from last week. A year ago at this time, the 5-year ARM averaged 3.38 percent.

The PMMS is focused on conventional, conforming, fully-amortizing home purchase loans for borrowers who put 20 percent down and have excellent credit.

Average commitment rates should be reported along with average fees and points to reflect the total upfront cost of obtaining the mortgage.

Visit the following link for the Definitions. Borrowers may still pay closing costs which are not included in the survey.