Category Archives: Interest Rates

Interest Rate Chart:

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Ryan Hinricher

Despite the growing concern over the US ability to remain solvent, interest rates are flat.  This shows that despite debt concerns the US is still seen as a safe haven.  I don’t think there was ever a real risk of default considering the US brings in sufficient revenue to pay … Continue reading →

Mortgage Rates See First Rise in Weeks

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Ryan Hinricher

After weeks of holding steady, mortgage rates rose this week according to the latest survey by Freddie Mac.  The 30-year … Continue reading →

New 2011 Interest Rate Lows + Chart

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Ryan Hinricher

Interest rates found another new low for 2011.  The 30-year fixed rate eased from 4.61% to 4.60% for the week ending May 26th, 2011, according to Freddie Mac. A year ago the 30-year fixed mortgage averaged 4.84%. The 15-year fixed dropped from 3.80% to 3.78%. A year ago the 15-year … Continue reading →

The Year in Interest Rates:

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Ryan Hinricher

Info-graphic on 1 year of the 30-year fixed mortgage rate:

Rates Pause

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Ryan Hinricher

After much volatility between November and February, interest rates have been stable over the last few weeks.  Freddie Mac reported the 30-year fixed rate drifted up to 4.87% from 4.86% for the week ending April 7th, 2011.  The 15-year fixed also increased just 0.1% to 4.10% leaving conditions favorable for … Continue reading →

Lower Rates Could Boost Housing

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Ryan Hinricher

Rates improved on the crisis in Japan as many investors fled to the safety of the US Treasury Bonds.   Freddie Mac reported that the 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped to an average of 4.76% compared to 4.88% just a week ago.  This is welcome relief for the housing market … Continue reading →