Mortgage Refinance Rates on Jul. 17, 2025
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With the Federal Reserve's July meeting on the horizon, many prospective homebuyers and homeowners are wondering what it could mean for mortgage rates. After years of relatively high borrowing costs, even the slightest dip could open doors for those hoping to buy or refinance. But the path forward is far from clear.
Mortgage applications dropped 10.0% amid rising interest rates and post-holiday adjustments. Refinance activity declined 7%, while purchase app
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Money Talks News on MSNHomeowners: Time to Refinance? Mortgage Costs Drop As Fed Signals Potential CutsFederal Reserve rate cut expectations pushed mortgage rates down to multi-week lows at 6.67%. Financial experts say even small rate decreases can create meaningful monthly savings for borrowers.
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