Mortgage Rates Decline Again This Week: 30-Year Mortgage at 6.13%

Mortgage rates have been trending downwards in recent weeks, with the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaging 6.13 percent as of January 26, 2023, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). This is a slight decrease from the previous week's average of 6.15 percent. Mortgage rates are lower this week but still much higher than the same time last year, when the 30-year FRM averaged 3.55 percent.

The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) has also seen a decrease, averaging 5.17 percent as of January 26, 2023, down from last week's average of 5.28 percent. This is also a significantly higher from the same time last year, when the 15-year FRM averaged 2.80 percent.

Decrease in Mortgage Rates is Good News for Homebuyers

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APR / Rate

Fees / Points

Payment

NMLS #2059741

5.115%

15-Year Fixed

4.990%

$3,316

Includes 0.829 points for $3,316

Lender Fees: $0

$3,162 /mo

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NMLS #1025894

5.515%

15-Year Fixed

5.375%

$3,644

Includes 0.736 points for $2,944

Lender Fees: $700

$3,242 /mo

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NMLS #2059741

5.959%

30-Year Fixed

5.875%

$3,632

Includes 0.908 points for $3,632

Lender Fees: $0

$2,367 /mo

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NMLS #1025894

6.205%

30-Year Fixed

6.125%

$3,400

Includes 0.675 points for $2,700

Lender Fees: $700

$2,431 /mo

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The decrease in mortgage rates is good news for potential homebuyers, as it makes it more affordable for them to purchase a home. According to Sam Khater, Freddie Mac's Chief Economist, "home purchase demand is thawing from the months-long freeze that gripped the housing market" as a result of the lower rates.

First-time homebuyers are particularly sensitive to changes in mortgage rates, and the decrease in rates is likely to fuel demand among this group. Khater notes that "ample demand remains, fueled by first-time homebuyers."

While the decrease in mortgage rates is positive news for potential homebuyers, it is important to note that the current rates are still higher than they were a year ago. This means that while it may be more affordable to purchase a home now than it was in recent months, it is still more expensive than it was in early 2020.

Additionally, it is important to keep in mind that mortgage rates are not the only factor that determines the affordability of a home. Other factors such as home prices and the availability of homes for sale also play a role.

Overall, the trend of decreasing mortgage rates is positive news for potential homebuyers, as it makes it more affordable for them to purchase a home. However, it is important to consider all factors when determining the affordability of a home, and to keep in mind that the current rates are still higher than they were a year ago.