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Today's mortgage rates: Sunday, April 18, 2021

Today's refinance rates: Sunday, April 18, 2021

How to get the best mortgage rate

Mortgage and refinance rate trends

How do 15-year fixed mortgage rates work?

How do 30-year fixed mortgages rates work?

How do ARMs work?

Mortgage and refinance rates by state

Today's mortgage rates: Sunday, April 18, 2021

Today's refinance rates: Sunday, April 18, 2021

How to get the best mortgage rate

Mortgage and refinance rate trends

How do 15-year fixed mortgage rates work?

How do 30-year fixed mortgages rates work?

How do ARMs work?

Mortgage and refinance rates by state

If you buy through our links, we may earn money from affiliate partners. Learn more.Mortgage rates have decreased since last Sunday. Some refinance rates have gone down, while others have gone up.You might want to lock in a low rate with a fixed-rate mortgage instead of risking your rate going up later with an adjustable-rate mortgage.

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Mortgage rates are usually low when the economy is struggling. The coronavirus pandemic has hurt the US economy, and it's taking a while for the country to recover.Christian Wallace, Head of Real Estate Services at Better.com, told Insider that rates will probably stay low while the US waits to see if there is a fourth wave of coronavirus. A fourth wave could hurt the economy by causing more people to stay home.It could be a good day to get a low mortgage rate. But don't worry if you aren't ready to buy or refinance yet, because rates will probably stay low for a while.Today's mortgage rates: Sunday, April 18, 2021Mortgage typeAverage rate today15-year fixed2.54%30-year fixed3.39%7/1 ARM4.32%10/1 ARM4.19%Rates from Money.comLearn more and get offers from multiple lenders.»Mortgage rates are low overall, and fixed rates are much lower than adjustable rates.These are the national average rates for conventional mortgages, which might be what you think of "regular mortgages." You could get a lower rate on a government-backed mortgage through the FHA, VA, or USDA.Today's refinance rates: Sunday, April 18, 2021Mortgage typeAverage rate today15-year fixed2.75%30-year fixed3.71%7/1 ARM4.60%10/1 ARM4.87%Rates from Money.comClick here to compare offers from refinancing lenders »Refinance rates are typically higher than mortgage rates for buying a home. But today's refinance rates are still low in general.How to get the best mortgage rateMortgage and refinance rates are low, so it could be a good day to lock in a rate. But you may not need to rush to get a low rate.Rates will probably stay low for the foreseeable future. You have time to improve your finances, which could result in a better interest rate. Consider the following steps:Increase your credit score by paying all your bills on time. You could also pay down debts or let your credit age.Save for a larger down payment. You may need between 0% and 20% for a down payment, depending on which type of mortgage you get. But if you can pay more than the minimum upfront, a lender might reward you with a lower rate.Lower your debt-to-income ratio. Your DTI ratio is the amount you pay toward debts each month, divided by your gross monthly income. The lower your DTI ratio, the better. Consider paying down debts more aggressively to get a better ratio.Pick a government-backed mortgage. If you're eligible, you may want to get a USDA loan (for low-to-moderate-income borrowers buying in a rural area), a VA loan (aimed at military members and veterans), or an FHA loan (not designated for any particular group). These loans often come with lower interest rates than conventional mortgages. As a bonus, you aren't required to make a down payment for USDA or VA loans.You can secure a low rate today if your finances are in good shape, but you don't need to rush to get a mortgage or refinance if you're not ready.Mortgage and refinance rate trendsMortgage rate trendsMortgage typeAverage rate todayAverage rate last weekAverage rate last month15-year fixed2.54%2.58%2.67%30-year fixed3.39%3.53%3.61%7/1 ARM4.32%4.34%4.40%10/1 ARM4.19%4.37%4.49%Mortgage rates are down since last Sunday, and since this time last month.Refinance rate trendsMortgage typeAverage rate todayAverage rate last weekAverage rate last month15-year fixed2.80%2.88%3.02%30-year fixed3.78%3.85%3.89%7/1 ARM4.74%4.60%4.63%10/1 ARM5.14%4.95%4.82%Since last Saturday, fixed refinance rates have decreased and adjustable rates have increased. The same is true since this time last month.How do 15-year fixed mortgage rates work?If you take out a 15-year fixed mortgage, you'll pay the same interest rate over 15 years. You'll pay more per month with a 15-year fixed mortgage than a 30-year fixed mortgage because you're paying off the equivalent loan principal in half the time. On the bright side, a 15-year term will cost less than a longer term. You'll get a lower interest rate and you'll pay off your mortgage in fewer years.How do 30-year fixed mortgages rates work?If you take out a 30-year fixed mortgage, it will take you three decades to pay down your mortgage, and your interest rate will stay constant for the entire term. A 30-year fixed mortgage comes with a higher interest rate than a shorter term.You'll pay more total interest with a 30-year term than a 15-year term because you're paying a higher interest rate for more years.On the plus side, you'll make smaller monthly payments with a 30-year term than with a shorter term because you're dividing up your payments over an extended amount of time.How do ARMs work?With an adjustable-rate mortgage, your rate is locked in for the first few years. Then the rate changes periodically.A 7/1 ARM keeps your rate the same for the first seven years, then changes it annually. A 10/1 ARM keeps your rate the same for the first decade, then alters it once per year. Some lenders offer ARMs that change your rate more or less often, like six months or five years.ARM rates are low right now, but fixed-rate mortgages are still the better deal. Fixed rates are starting lower than ARM rates, and because rates are at all-time lows, you may want to lock in a good rate rather than risk an increase later.If you're considering an ARM, you should still ask your lender about what your individual rates would be if you chose a fixed-rate versus adjustable-rate mortgage.Mortgage and refinance rates by stateCheck the latest rates in your state at the links below. AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansas KentuckyLouisianaMaine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Utah Vermont Virginia Washington Washington DC West Virginia Wisconsin WyomingLaura Grace Tarpley is an editor at Personal Finance Insider, covering mortgages, refinancing, bank accounts, and bank reviews. She is also a Certified Educator in Personal Finance (CEPF). Over her four years of covering personal finance, she has written extensively about ways to save, invest, and navigate loans.Ryan Wangman is a reviews fellow at Personal Finance Insider reporting on mortgages, refinancing, bank accounts, and bank reviews. In his past experience writing about personal finance, he has written about credit scores, financial literacy, and homeownership.
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