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Today’s average refinance rates


Today’s average mortgage rates on Jul. 10, 2024, compared with one week ago. We use rate data collected by Bankrate as reported by lenders across the US.

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When mortgage rates hit historic lows during the pandemic, there was a refinancing boom, as homeowners were able to nab lower interest rates. But with current average mortgage rates around 7%, getting a new home loan isn’t as financially viable.

Early in the year, hopes were high for a summer rate cut from the Fed. But over the past few months, inflation has remained high and the labor market strong, making it clear to investors that the Fed will take longer than expected to lower rates.

Higher mortgage rates make refinancing less attractive to homeowners, making them more likely to hold onto their existing mortgages.

Where refinance rates are headed in 2024

“The odds are good that rates will end 2024 lower than they are now,” said Keith Gumbinger, vice president of mortgage site, HSH.com. But predicting exactly where mortgage rates will end up is difficult because it hinges on economic data we don’t yet have.

If inflation continues to improve and the Fed is able to cut rates, mortgage refinance rates could end the year between 6% and 6.5%.

But data showing higher inflation could cause investors to reconsider the likelihood of Fed rate cuts and send mortgage rates higher, according to Orphe Divounguy, senior economist at Zillow Home Loans.

If you’re considering a refinance, remember that you can’t time the economy: Interest rates fluctuate on an hourly, daily and weekly basis, and are influenced by an array of factors. Your best move is to keep an eye on day-to-day rate changes and have a game plan on how to capitalize on a big enough percentage drop, said Matt Graham of Mortgage News Daily.

What does it mean to refinance?

When you refinance your mortgage, you take out another home loan that pays off your initial mortgage. With a traditional refinance, your new home loan will have a different term and/or interest rate. With a cash-out refinance, you’ll tap into your equity with a new loan that’s bigger than your existing mortgage balance, allowing you to pocket the difference in cash.

Refinancing can be a great financial move if you score a low rate or can pay off your home loan in less time, but consider whether it’s the right choice for you. Reducing your interest rate by 1% or more is an incentive to refinance, allowing you to cut your monthly payment significantly.

How to choose the right refinance type and term

The rates advertised online often require specific conditions for eligibility. Your personal interest rate will be influenced by market conditions as well as your specific credit history, financial profile and application. Having a high credit score, a low credit utilization ratio and a history of consistent and on-time payments will generally help you get the best interest rates.

30-year fixed-rate refinance

The average 30-year fixed refinance rate right now is 7.03%, a decrease of 2 basis points over this time last week. (A basis point is equivalent to 0.01%.) A 30-year fixed refinance will typically have lower monthly payments than a 15-year or 10-year refinance, but it will take you longer to pay off and typically cost you more in interest over the long term.

15-year fixed-rate refinance

The current average interest rate for 15-year refinances is 6.59%, a decrease of 7 basis points from what we saw the previous week. Though a 15-year fixed refinance will most likely raise your monthly payment compared to a 30-year loan, you’ll save more money over time because you’re paying off your loan quicker. Also, 15-year refinance rates are typically lower than 30-year refinance rates, which will help you save more in the long run.

10-year fixed-rate refinance

The current average interest rate for a 10-year refinance is 6.43%, a decrease of 25 basis points over last week. A 10-year refinance typically has the lowest interest rate but the highest monthly payment of all refinance terms. A 10-year refinance can help you pay off your house much quicker and save on interest, but make sure you can afford the steeper monthly payment.

To get the best refinance rates, make your application as strong as possible by getting your finances in order, using credit responsibly and monitoring your credit regularly. And don’t forget to speak with multiple lenders and shop around.

When to consider a mortgage refinance

Homeowners usually refinance to save money, but there are other reasons to do so. Here are the most common reasons homeowners refinance:

  • To get a lower interest rate: If you can secure a rate that’s at least 1% lower than the one on your current mortgage, it could make sense to refinance.
  • To switch the type of mortgage: If you have an adjustable-rate mortgage and want greater security, you could refinance to a fixed-rate mortgage.
  • To eliminate mortgage insurance: If you have an FHA loan that requires mortgage insurance, you can refinance to a conventional loan once you have 20% equity.
  • To change the length of a loan term: Refinancing to a longer loan term could lower your monthly payment. Refinancing to a shorter term will save you interest in the long run.
  • To tap into your equity through a cash-out refinance: If you replace your mortgage with a larger loan, you can receive the difference in cash to cover a large expense.
  • To take someone off the mortgage: In case of divorce, you can apply for a new home loan in just your name and use the funds to pay off your existing mortgage.

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Bloomberg Philanthropies’ eye-popping $1 billion donation to Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, which will allow the university to offer free medical school to most of its students, is among the largest-ever donations to a university or higher ed system in the U.S.

It’s also a reminder of just how expensive college has become.

The donation from former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg’s philanthropic group covers tuition for medical school at Johns Hopkins for students from families earning less than $300,000 per year, beginning in fall 2024. That demographic represents 95% of Americans, according to a statement from the university. Students from families earning up to $175,000 per year will also have their living expenses covered, per the statement.

The annual tuition at Johns Hopkins’ medical school is $64,665, according to the university’s website. Several required additional fees and “indirect costs” such as housing and food bring the total annual cost to just over $102,000. Bloomberg’s gift is intended to assist qualifying students in perpetuity.

“As the U.S. struggles to recover from a disturbing decline in life expectancy, our country faces a serious shortage of doctors, nurses, and public health professionals — and yet, the high cost of medical, nursing, and graduate school too often bars students from enrolling,” Bloomberg said in a statement. “By reducing the financial barriers to these essential fields, we can free more students to pursue careers they’re passionate about.”

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Bloomberg’s donation joins a slim list of higher-ed gifts exceeding the billion-dollar mark. Including this donation, there have been only four gifts of $1 billion or more given to a single university in recent decades, according to the Chronicle of Higher Education, which tracked higher-ed gifts from 1967 through July 2023.

In 2018, Bloomberg Philanthropies gave $1.8 billion to Johns Hopkins (also his alma mater), which remains the largest-ever gift to a university; it was earmarked exclusively for financial aid. In 2022, Stanford University received $1.1 billion from venture capitalist John Doerr and his wife, Ann; the money went toward launching the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability. And earlier this year, Ruth Gottesman, a former professor at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and widow of a Wall Street investor, gave the medical school $1 billion to cover all students’ tuition in perpetuity.

That Bloomberg’s donations, as well as Gottesman’s $1 billion gift, are intended specifically for students’ tuition speaks to the rising cost of college. Since 1963, the average college tuition has more than tripled even after accounting for overall inflation, according to BestColleges.com, leading to a boom in student borrowing.

Earlier this month, interest rates on some federal student loans hit record highs, which raises the cost of college for students and their families who must borrow to afford college. Collectively, U.S. student loan borrowers owe $1.74 trillion in federal and private debt, according to the most recent data from the Federal Reserve.

In January 2024, NerdWallet’s annual household debt study found that the average U.S. household with student debt owes $55,573.

Biggest donations to a college or university in the U.S.

Below are the 10 largest single contributions to a college or university system in the U.S., according to The Chronicle of Higher Education, which did not include grants in its ranking. (The Chronicle stopped tracking these gifts in July 2023.)

  1. $1.8 billion, to Johns Hopkins University, from Bloomberg Philanthropies, to be used for financial aid. (2018)

  2. $1.1 billion, to Stanford University, from the Doerrs, to establish the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability. (2022)

  3. $1 billion, to the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, from Gottesman, to cover all students’ tuition in perpetuity. (2024)

  4. $1 billion, to Johns Hopkins University, from Bloomberg Philanthropies, to cover most students’ tuition in perpetuity. (2024)

  5. $750 million, to California Institute of Technology, from billionaires Stewart and Lynda Resnick, to fund environmental research. (2019)

  6. $650 million, to The Broad Institute, from philanthropist Ted Stanley, to fund mental illness research. (2014)

  7. $600 million, to California Institute of Technology, from billionaires Gordon and Betty Moore, and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, for educational and scientific programs. 

  8. $600 million, to Columbia University and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, from Florence and Herbert Irving, for cancer research. (2017)

  9. $550 million, to Western Michigan University, from an anonymous donor. (2021)

  10. $500 million, to Bard College, from George Soros’s Open Society Foundations, $500 million; to establish an endowment and fund other initiatives. (2021)

(Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Bloomberg Philanthropies)

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As a type of alternative investment, real estate can add diversification to a portfolio and act as a hedge against inflation. Real estate investment trusts (REITs) and real estate crowdfunding offer two unique entry points to this alternative asset class.

Both allow you to invest in real estate without being required to own property directly. Comparing the pros and cons of real estate crowdfunding vs. REIT investing can help you decide which one makes the most sense for your portfolio.

Understanding Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

Real estate investment trusts are legal entities that own or finance income-producing properties or invest in mortgage-backed securities. The types of properties a REIT may invest in can include:

•   Hotels and resorts

•   Office space

•   Warehouses

•   Storage space

•   Multifamily apartment buildings

•   Data centers

•   Medical facilities

•   Retail shopping centers

•   Single-family homes

The primary attraction of REITs is the ability to enjoy the benefits of property investment — namely, dividend income — without purchasing real estate directly.

REITs are also considered a type of alternative investment. As with many alternative investments, real estate-based assets don’t tend to move in sync with the stock market. For this reason, investing in REITs may provide portfolio diversification.

REITs may be publicly traded, meaning they trade on an exchange like a stock. REITs must pay out 90% of their taxable income to shareholders as dividends, though some may pay as much as 100%.

If you compare REITs vs. real estate mutual funds, dividends aren’t always required with the latter. Real estate mutual funds can invest in REITs, mortgage-backed securities, or individual properties. While you may have access to a broader range of properties, you may enjoy less liquidity with real estate funds.

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What is real estate crowdfunding? It’s a strategy that allows multiple investors to pool funds for property investment. In return, investors share in the profits generated by the investments. Regulation crowdfunding makes real estate crowdfunding possible, as entities can raise capital from investors without registering with the SEC, as long as they offer or sell less than $5 million in securities.

In terms of how it works, real estate crowdfunding platforms seek out investment opportunities and fully vet them before making them available to investors. Individual investors can then choose which properties they’d like to invest in.

Depending on the nature of the investment, you may collect interest payments, rental income, or dividends. Real estate crowdfunding can offer access to a variety of property types, including:

•   Multifamily housing

•   Industrial space

•   Build-for-rent projects

The minimum investment varies by platform — it is commonly upwards of $5,000, but may be $500 or even lower in some cases. Some real estate crowdfunding platforms require investors to be accredited, meaning they must:

•   have an income exceeding $200,000 (or $300,000 with a spouse or spousal equivalent) in each of the two prior years, with an expectation of the same income for the current year, OR

•   have a net worth exceeding $1 million, alone or with a spouse/spousal equivalent, excluding the value of their primary residence, OR

•   hold a Series 7, Series 65, or Series 82 license in good standing

Comparing REITs and Real Estate Crowdfunding

When choosing between a REIT vs. crowdfunding, it’s helpful to understand each option’s potential advantages and disadvantages.

Pros and Cons of REITs

Here are the main benefits of investing in REITs vs. crowdfunding.

•   Risk management. Alternative investments like real estate may help you balance risk in your portfolio. REITs and real estate in general have a lower correlation with the stock market.

•   Accessibility. Purchasing an actual investment property usually requires getting a loan and raising capital for down payments and closing costs. REITs can offer a much lower barrier to entry for investors.

•   Dividends. REITs must pay dividends to investors, which may be attractive if you want to generate passive income with investments.

•   Liquidity. Publicly traded REITs offer liquidity since you can buy and sell shares as needed, similar to a stock.

•   Returns. REITs can potentially generate significant returns in a portfolio compared to stocks or other investments.

Now, here are some of the drawbacks of REIT investing.

•   Fees. You’ll typically pay management fees to invest in REITs, as with any investment, but some may charge more than others. Paying attention to investment costs is key, as the more fees you pay, the less of your investment returns you keep.

•   Overweighting. You can choose which REITs to invest in, but you don’t have a say in the underlying properties. Investing in REITs that own similar properties could overweight your portfolio in a single sector (e.g., malls or office buildings) and thus increase your risk profile.

•   Interest rate risk. Changing interest rates can affect the value of REITs, which can influence the yield you might get. When rates rise, REIT values can decline, requiring you to adjust your expectations for a profit.

•   Taxes. REIT dividends are typically taxed as ordinary income, up to 37% (plus a 3.8% investment surtax). But investors may also see a short- or long-term profit from the REIT, which would be taxed as capital gains. There is also the potential for return on capital, which can be complicated. It may be wise to consult a professional.

Pros and Cons of Real Estate Crowdfunding

Here are the main pros of crowdfunding real estate investments.

•   Diversification. As with REITs, real estate crowdfunding allows you to diversify beyond traditional stocks and bonds.

•   Low minimums. Some, though not all, real estate crowdfunding platforms allow you to get started with as little as a few hundred dollars. That can make entering this alternative asset class or spreading your investment dollars out over multiple property types easier.

•   Geographic diversification. Real estate crowdfunding platforms can offer investors exposure to markets across the country. That can make it easier to target a specific region if you’re looking for the next “hot” market.

•   Returns. Crowdfunded real estate may generate above-average returns, or exceed the returns you could get with REITs.

•   Passive income. Owning a rental property can be time-intensive if you’re managing the property yourself. Real estate crowdfunding allows you to reap the benefits of rental income, without the typical headaches that go along with being a property owner.

And now, here are the cons.

•   Fees. Just like REITs, real estate crowdfunding platforms can charge fees. Fee structures can sometimes be complex, making it difficult to assess what you’ll pay to invest.

•   Illiquidity. Liquidity in the stock market is one thing, but when it comes to real estate crowdfunding, it’s an even bigger consideration owing to the length of time your capital may be locked into an investment. Once you invest in a property, you’re essentially committed to owning it for the duration of the holding period. It’s not unusual for real estate crowdfunding platforms to offer investments with holding periods of five years or more, making them highly illiquid.

•   Accreditation requirements. Some crowdfunding platforms only accept accredited investors. If you don’t meet the standards, you won’t be able to invest through those platforms.

•   Taxes. Income from crowdfunded real estate investments is taxable, though not always in the same way. You may be subject to different tax rates based on how dividends and interest are paid out to you. You may want to consult with a professional.

Which Investment Strategy Is Riskier?

It’s difficult to pinpoint which is riskier when comparing a REIT vs. real estate crowdfunding, as each one has different risk factors.

With REITs, the biggest risks may include:

•   Liquidity risk, which could make it difficult to sell your shares if you’re ready to leave an investment.

•   Changing market conditions or rising and falling trends, either of which could directly impact real estate values.

•   Interest rate sensitivity, which can influence REIT values.

The main real estate crowdfunding risks may include:

•   Platform risk, or the risk that the marketplace you’re using to invest could shut down before you’re able to withdraw your capital.

•   Poor vetting, which may allow unsuitable investments to make it onto the platform.

•   Changing regulations, which may affect the real estate crowdfunding space as a whole.

Whether you choose a REIT vs. crowdfunding, lack of education or understanding is also a risk factor. If you don’t understand the basics of how either type of investment vehicle works, you could be putting yourself in a position to lose money.

Due Diligence Considerations

REITs and real estate crowdfunding platforms should perform due diligence in vetting investments to make sure they’re suitable. However, it’s wise to do your own research to understand what you’re investing in, who you’re investing with, and the potential risks.

As you compare REITs or real estate crowdfunding platforms, keep the following in mind:

•   Minimum requirements to start investing, including accredited investor status

•   Range of investment options

•   Transparency concerning fees and investment selection

•   Holding periods

•   Performance track record

•   Overall reputation

Talking to other investors who have used a particular crowdfunding platform or invested in a certain REIT can offer perspective on the good and bad.

The Takeaway

Real estate can be an addition to your portfolio if you already have some experience in the market, and have an affinity for real estate. As a type of alternative asset class, investing in real estate can add diversification to your portfolio, and potentially act as a hedge against inflation. Both REITs and real estate crowdfunding enable you to invest in real estate without the hassle of actual property ownership and maintenance, but come with different risk factors than you’d find with traditional securities.

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FAQ

What are the main advantages and disadvantages of investing in REITs?

Investing in REITs can offer the benefits of dividend income and portfolio diversification, without requiring you to own property directly. The disadvantages of REITs can include interest rate risk and market risk, both of which can affect the value of your investments.

How does real estate crowdfunding differ from traditional REIT investments?

Real estate crowdfunding allows investors to pool funds together to invest in property and collect interest, dividends, and/or rental income. REITs own and operate investment properties and pay dividends to investors. REITs and real estate crowdfunding can differ concerning the types of properties you can invest in, the minimum investment required, and the fees you’ll pay.

How are taxes treated for REITs and real estate crowdfunding?

REIT dividends are primarily treated as ordinary income for tax purposes (although you may face capital gains on any profits). Real estate crowdfunding returns may be subject to capital gains tax and/or ordinary income tax rates, depending on how they’re structured. Because the tax treatment of these two entities can be complicated, it’s probably wise to consult a professional.

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Editor’s Note: Parts of this story were auto-populated using data from Curinos, a mortgage research firm that collects data from more than 250 lenders. For more details on how we compile daily mortgage data, check out our methodology here.

Mortgage rates have moved very little over the past week. Today’s 30-year fixed rate is down to 7.28% APR, according to data from Curinos analyzed by the MarketWatch Guides team. The 15-year fixed rate is down to 6.61% APR.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its monthly jobs report on Friday. While there were 206,000 jobs created in June, one-third of new hires were for government jobs and fewer jobs were created in April and May than originally announced. Employment data can affect mortgage rates in two main ways: by influencing the Federal Reserve’s interest rate adjustments and affecting home demand, which in turn impacts rates and pricing. 

The Federal Reserve has previously indicated that it will not cut the federal funds rate, the short-term interest rate that impacts mortgage rates and financial markets in the U.S., until it sees signs that the economy is slowing, with inflation that remains at or under 2% and steady unemployment rates around 4%. The next economic report that economists are closely watching is this week’s Consumer Price Index, which reports price levels around the country and is one major indicator of inflation rates.

Here are today’s average mortgage rates:

  • 30-year fixed mortgage rate: 7.28%
  • 15-year fixed mortgage rate: 6.61%
  • 5/6 ARM mortgage rate: 7.01%
  • Jumbo mortgage rate: 7.18%

Current Mortgage Rates

Product Rate Last Week Change
30-Year Fixed Rate 7.28% 7.30% -0.02
15-Year Fixed Rate 6.61% 6.68% -0.07
5/6 ARM 7.01% 7.06% -0.05
7/6 ARM 7.10% 7.14% -0.04
10/6 ARM 7.27% 7.27% 0.00
30-Year Fixed Rate Jumbo 7.18% 7.17% +0.01
30-Year Fixed Rate FHA 6.94% 6.96% -0.02
30-Year Fixed Rate VA 6.98% 7.01% -0.03

Disclaimer: The rates above are based on data from Curinos, LLC. All rate data is accurate as of Tuesday, July 09, 2024. Actual rates may vary.

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Mortgage Rates for Home Purchase

30-year fixed-rate mortgages are down, -0.02

The average 30-year fixed-mortgage rate is 7.28%. Since the same time last week, the rate is down, changing -0.02 percentage points.

At the current average rate, you’ll pay $684.21 per month in principal and interest for every $100,000 you borrow. You’re paying less compared to last week when the average rate was 7.30%.

15-year fixed-rate mortgages are down, -0.07

The average rate you’ll pay for a 15-year fixed-mortgage is 6.61%, a decrease of -0.07 percentage points compared to last week.

Monthly payments on a 15-year fixed-mortgage at a rate of 6.61% will cost approximately $877.17 per $100,000 borrowed. With the rate of 6.68% last week, you would’ve paid $881.03 per month.

5/6 adjustable-rate mortgages are down, -0.05

The average rate on a 5/6 adjustable rate mortgage is 7.01%, a decrease of -0.05 percentage points over the last seven days.

Adjustable-rate mortgages, commonly referred to as ARMs, are mortgages with a fixed interest rate for a set period of time followed by a rate that adjusts on a regular basis. With a 5/6 ARM, the rate is fixed for the first 5 years and then adjusts every six months over the next 25 years.

Monthly payments on a 5/6 ARM at a rate of 7.01% will cost approximately $665.97 per $100,000 borrowed over the first 5 years of the loan.

Jumbo loan interest rates are up, +0.01

The average jumbo mortgage rate today is 7.18%, an increase of +0.01 percentage points over the past week.

Jumbo loans are mortgages that exceed loan limits set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) and funding criteria of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. This generally means that the amount of money borrowed is higher than $726,200.

Product Monthly P&I per $100,000 Last Week Change
30-Year Fixed Rate $684.21 $685.57 -$1.36
15-Year Fixed Rate $877.17 $881.03 -$3.86
5/6 ARM $665.97 $669.34 -$3.37
7/6 ARM $672.03 $674.73 -$2.70
10/6 ARM $683.53 $683.53 $0.00
30-Year Fixed Rate Jumbo $677.43 $676.76 +$0.67
30-Year Fixed Rate FHA $661.28 $662.62 -$1.34
30-Year Fixed Rate VA $663.96 $665.97 -$2.01

Note: Monthly payments on adjustable-rate mortgages are shown for the first five, seven and 10 years of the loan, respectively.

Factors That Affect Your Mortgage Rate

Mortgage rates change frequently based on the economic environment. Inflation, the federal funds rate, housing market conditions and other factors all play into how rates move from week-to-week and month-to-month.

But outside of macroeconomic trends, several other factors specific to the borrower will affect the mortgage interest rate. They include:

  • Financial situation: Mortgage lenders use past financial decisions of borrowers as a way to evaluate the risk of loaning money.
  • Loan amount and structure: The amount of money that bank or mortgage lender loans and its structure (including both the term and whether its a fixed-rate or adjustable-rate).
  • Location: Mortgage rates vary by where you are buying a home. Areas with more lenders, and thus more competition, may have lower rates. Foreclosure laws can also impact a lender’s risk, affecting rates.
  • Whether borrowers are first-time homebuyers: Oftentimes first-time homebuyer programs will offer new homeowners lower rates.
  • Lenders: Banks, credit unions and online lenders all may offer slightly different rates depending on their internal determination.

How To Shop for the Best Mortgage Rate

Comparison shopping for a mortgage can be overwhelming, but it’s shown to be worth the effort. Homeowners may be able to save between $600 and $1,200 annually by shopping around for the best rate, researchers found in a recent study by Freddie Mac. That’s why we put together steps on how to shop for the best mortgage rate.

1. Check credit scores and credit reports

A borrower’s credit situation will likely determine the type of mortgage they can pursue, as well as their rate. Conventional loans are typically only offered to borrowers with a credit score of 620 or higher, while FHA loans may be the best option for borrowers with a FICO score between 500 and 619. Additionally, individuals with higher credit scores are more likely to be offered a lower mortgage interest rate. 

Mortgage lenders often review scores from the three major credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. By viewing your scores ahead of lenders considering you for a loan, you can check for errors and even work to improve your score by paying down balances and limiting new credit cards and loans. 

2. Know the options

There are four standard mortgage programs: conventional, FHA, VA and USDA. To get the best mortgage rate and increase your odds of approval, it’s important for potential borrowers to do their research and apply for the mortgage program that best fits their financial situation. 

The table below describes each program, highlighting minimum credit score and down payment requirements. 

Though conventional mortgages are most common, borrowers will also need to consider their repayment plan and term. Rates can be either fixed or adjustable and terms can range from 10 to 30 years, though most homeowners opt for a 15- or 30-year mortgage. 

3. Compare quotes across multiple lenders

Shopping around for a mortgage goes beyond comparing rates online. We recommend reaching out to lenders directly to see the “real” rate as figures listed online may not be representative of a borrower’s particular situation. While most experts recommend getting quotes from three to five lenders, there is no limit on the number of mortgage companies you can apply with. In many cases, lenders will allow borrowers to prequalify for a mortgage and receive a tentative loan offer with no impact to their credit score.

After gathering your loan documents – including proof of income, assets and credit – borrowers may also apply for pre-approval. Pre-approval will let them know where they stand with lenders and may also improve  negotiating power with home sellers. 

4. Review loan estimates

To fully understand which lender is offering the cheapest loan overall, take a look at the loan estimate provided by each lender. A loan estimate will list not only the mortgage rate, but also a borrower’s annual percentage rate (APR), which includes the interest rate and other lender fees such as closing costs and discount points. 

By comparing loan estimates across lenders, borrowers can see the full breakdown of their possible costs. One lender may offer lower interest rates, but higher fees and vice versa. Looking at the loan’s APR can give you a good apples-to-apples comparison between lenders that takes into account both rates and fees.

5. Consider negotiating with lenders on rates

Mortgage lenders want to do business. This means that borrowers may use competing offers as leverage to adjust fees and interest rates. Many lenders may not lower their offered rate by much, but even a few basis points may save borrowers more than they might think in the long run. For instance, the difference between 6.8% and 7.0% on a 30-year, fixed-rate $100,000 mortgage is roughly $5,000 over the life of the loan.

Expert Forecasts for Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates have cooled significantly over the past several months. After the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage hit 8% last October, it ended 2023 closer to 7%. In fact, the average for Q4 2023 was 7.3%.

Analysts with Fannie Mae and the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) both project that rates will fall going into 2024 and throughout next year.

Fannie Mae economists expect rates to drop more quickly, falling below 6% by Q4 2024. Meanwhile, the MBA’s forecast for Q4 2024 is 6.1% and 5.9% for Q1 2025.

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Methodology

Every weekday, MarketWatch Guides provides readers with the latest rates on 11 different types of mortgages. Data for these daily averages comes from Curinos, LLC, a leading provider of mortgage research that collects data from more than 250 lenders. For more details on how we compile daily mortgage data, check out our comprehensive methodology here. Editor’s Note: Before making significant financial decisions, consider reviewing your options with someone you trust, such as a financial adviser, credit counselor or financial professional, since every person’s situation and needs are different.

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As expected, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell did not set a timeline for lowering interest rates during his semiannual monetary policy report to Congress on Tuesday morning when participants complained about the effects of a tightening monetary policy in the housing market. 

Powell indicated that Fed officials are not there yet, but suggested a better balance of inflation and employment in the U.S. economy. Most monetary policy watchers – about 70% – project a reduction in rates for the Fed meeting in September, according to the CME Fedwatch Tool. 

Powell said during the congressional hearing that reducing the federal funds rate target range will be appropriate once Fed officials have gained greater confidence that inflation is moving sustainably toward the 2% target. 

Incoming data for the first quarter of this year did not support such greater confidence, he said. One caveat: “The most recent inflation readings, however, have shown some modest further progress, and more good data would strengthen our confidence that inflation is moving sustainably toward 2%.”

Regarding the labor market, Powell said that the U.S. economy has a “strong labor market” but not an “overheated labor market,” which “appears” to be back in balance and is not a source of broad inflationary pressures now. 

“If we loosen policy too late or too little, we could hurt economic activity. If we loosen policy too much or too soon, then we can undermine the progress on inflation. So, we’re very much balancing those two risks,” Powell added. 

Affordability challenges 

High housing costs and mortgage rates were mentioned several times during the congressional hearing, with members saying these are concerns of their constituents at the moment. 

“Keeping rates too high for too long threatens workers’ paychecks while keeping other costs high – particularly housing,” said Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH), the chairman of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee. “It is no surprise that since the Fed began raising rates, the amount of income families need to qualify for a mortgage has nearly doubled.”

Brown added that higher interest rates make the housing supply shortage “worse, not better.” According to him, the U.S. needs more housing construction, but higher rates lead to the opposite and “particularly make it harder for multifamily construction to work financially.” 

Powell agreed that the COVID-19 pandemic created new distortions in the housing market, and the Fed’s tighter policy is affecting the housing sector. 

“But I would also say the best thing we can do for housing is to succeed in getting inflation down to 2% on a sustainable basis so that rates can come down so that the housing market can get back to what was the pre-pandemic normal, which is still a housing shortage,” Powell added.  

Basel III Endgame rules 

The Basel III rules (aka the Basel endgame) were criticized by participants during the congressional hearing. They significantly increase bank capital requirements and, if implemented, affect the mortgage industry.

Ranking Member Tim Scott (R-S.C.) said the proposal is an example of “overregulation” that would “cost millions of Americans their chance to own a home.” It would “force more money to the sidelines of the greatest economy on the planet and out of the hands of first-time homebuyers,” he added. 

“We need transparency in your rulemaking process, as this enormous proposal lacks any form of clear justification…  That’s why I believe that it is absolutely necessary to have a complete re-proposal of Basel III Endgame.” 

Powell, however, said that over the last several months, the Fed has held a series of discussions with the other bank regulatory agencies – the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) – about potential changes to the original proposal. 

“I’m pleased to say that we’ve made quite a bit of progress on those and are very close to agreeing on the substance of those changes. And I can’t really be specific because nothing is agreed until everything is agreed,” Powell said.

According to Powell, it has been a practice to put a revised proposal out for comment when there are broad and material changes for some period, probably 60 days. The expectation is to have final recommendations at the beginning part of next year.

In reaction, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) president and CEO, Bob Broeksmit, said in a statement that the association agrees “wholeheartedly with Fed Chair Powell’s comments that it is ‘essential’ to re-propose the flawed Basel III Endgame proposal.”

According to Broeksmit, “certain provisions of the proposal would harm the U.S. economy, diminish mortgage credit availability – especially for low- and moderate-income homebuyers – and have detrimental impacts to the broader single-family housing and commercial real estate finance markets.”

Broksmit called on the Fed, FDIC and the OCC “to scrap this proposal and conduct a rigorous quantitative analysis – with ample time for stakeholder feedback – before the re-proposal of any new capital framework.”

Source: housingwire.com

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Ignoring student loans can damage your credit score, lead to wage garnishment, and accrue interest and fees. It may also result in legal action, tax refund offsets, and impact co-signers, making it crucial to address repayment issues promptly with your loan servicer.

Student loan debt in the United States stands at $1.727 trillion as of 2023. The repayment process may seem overwhelming if you’re among the more than 43 million borrowers with outstanding student loan debt. When the bills start piling up, you may ask yourself, “What happens if I don’t pay my student loans?” Here, we’ll take a closer look at student loans and what happens if you ignore them. 

What Happens If I Don’t Pay My Student Loans?

Technically, failure to make just one student loan payment could put you in default. However, the default period for federal student loans is generally 270 days, while the default period for private student loans depends on the terms of the loans. 

Once you default on your loan, lenders can take steps to recover these funds. It’s essential to understand what could happen if your student loan debt goes into default. 

Consequences of Not Paying Student Loans

If you’re struggling to meet all your financial obligations, you might consider not paying your student loans. However, ignoring this debt tends to lead to even more trouble. Below are several consequences you could face for not paying your student loans. 

Drop in Credit Score

Depending on the student loan type, missing just one payment could damage your credit. Because payment history accounts for up to 35% of your overall FICO® credit score, having just one missed or late payment often hurts your credit. Unfortunately, these missed payments remain on your credit report for up to seven years. 

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Poor credit might impact your ability to purchase a car or a home, rent an apartment, or even land your dream job. It’s important to take action before you miss a payment. 

Fall Deeper Into Debt

Ignoring your student loan debt won’t make it go away. In fact, it will only make matters worse. Failing to make your monthly payments only prolongs the time it takes to pay off your debt, and your loan continues to accrue interest during this time. The longer it takes to pay off your student loans, the more you’ll end up paying in interest. 

Wage Garnishment

If you have federal student loans, it’s important to realize that the government has power to collect this money if you fail to pay. One of these powers is wage garnishment—the federal government can garnish up to 15% of your disposable income. This can be a huge hit to your budget and should be avoided if possible. 

Loss of Tax Refund

Are you expecting a tax refund this year? If you default on your federal student loan, there’s a good chance you’ll lose it. Once in default, the federal government has the power to take all or a portion of your tax return until the amount due is paid. 

Damage Cosigner’s Credit

You may not be the only one impacted by ignoring student loan debt. If a cosigner helped you get one or more of your student loans, they can be impacted by late loan payments. It’s critical to speak to your cosigner when you realize you may not have the funds to pay your student loans. 

Go to Court

While the government doesn’t have to take you to court to collect federal student loan payments, private lenders do. Depending on the terms of your loan, you could be in default after missing just one payment. Private lenders can sue you to collect payments. If you’re sued, you may need to find an attorney who works with student loan debt cases to help you through the court process. 

Debt Doesn’t Go Away

Student loan debt doesn’t disappear just because you ignore it. Instead, it could haunt you for the rest of your life. There’s no statute of limitations for collecting federal loans. 

On the other hand, private lenders must adhere to state statutes of limitations. While this may limit the time they have to sue you in court, it doesn’t stop them from trying to collect this debt. This means debt collectors could hound you for the rest of your life.

What to Do If You Can’t Afford to Pay

If you simply don’t have funds to pay your student loans, the last thing you want to do is ignore the problem. There are several steps you can take to avoid making this situation worse. 

Check Your Credit

Before you take any action regarding your student loans, take the time to check your credit report. Credit.com’s Free Credit Report Card can help you see what debt is already impacting your credit health. 

Check the National Student Loan Database

If you have federal loans, you can use the National Student Loan Database to check the status of your loans. This database provides information about your payments and total debt amounts. 

Switch or Update Your Repayment Plan

If you have federal student loans and you’re struggling to keep up with your current repayment plan, you may be able to change it. Start by contacting StudentLoans.gov and explaining your situation. They can help you switch or update your repayment plan to make the payments more affordable. 

Contact Your Lenders

If you have private loans and are struggling to make your monthly payments, start by contacting the lender directly. If your situation is temporary, such as a loss of employment or medical condition, you can request a deferment of your payments. This step essentially pauses your payments for a set period, such as six months, to give you time to deal with your situation. 

Consider Debt Consolidation

Making monthly payments on multiple student loans can be extremely difficult. If you’re in this situation, it may be time to consider debt consolidation. This strategy allows you to combine all your student loans into one. Rather than having several monthly payments to make, you’ll just have one.

Talk to an Attorney

If you simply can’t afford to pay your private student loans, bankruptcy is another alternative. However, filing for bankruptcy can negatively impact your credit for up to 10 years. You should only consider this step after trying all other methods. 

Apply for Student Loan Forgiveness

Check your student loan forgiveness options if you haven’t done so already. Depending on your specific situation, you may qualify for student loan forgiveness, discharge, or cancellation of debt. 

Be Proactive About Your Credit

Now that you know about the potential negative consequences of not paying your student loans, you know how important it is to be proactive about them. Start by checking your Free Credit Score with Credit.com to see how where you stand and how your student loans could impact your credit. 

Source: credit.com

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Chase has announced that starting October 10 you’ll no longer be able to use Chase credit cards to pay for third party Buy Now Pay Later installment plans.

Not surprising to see Chase make this change as they probably aren’t making interest on these types of charges.

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In the investing ecosystem, the term “margin” is used to describe the money that may be borrowed from a brokerage to execute trades or a strategy. Buying assets on margin can help magnify gains and returns, but it can do the same with your losses.

When you buy on margin, you’re purchasing assets using money that you borrow from your broker. Margin trading might seem more complicated than some other ways to invest in the stock market, but it’s a method that many investors favor — especially experienced investors. If there’s one thing to know about margin trading, though, it’s that it can cut both ways, and may incur serious risks.

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What Is Margin Trading?

Margin trading, or “buying on margin,” is an advanced investment strategy in which you trade securities using money that you’ve borrowed from your broker to potentially increase your return. Margin is essentially a loan where you can borrow up to 50% of your security purchase, and as with most loans, a margin loan comes with an interest rate and collateral.

Trading on margin is similar to “buying on credit.” Using margin for a trade is also known as leveraging. Margin interest rates are determined by your broker, and collateral types can be stock holdings or cash. Traders must also maintain a margin balance, known as the maintenance margin, in their accounts to cover potential losses.

As noted, margin trading is a bit more complicated (and risky) than some other ways to invest in the stock market, but it’s a tactic used by many investors.

How Does Margin Trading Work?

While margin trading may seem straightforward, it’s important to understand all the parameters.

For all trades, your broker acts as the intermediary between your account and your counterparty. Whenever you enter a buy or sell trade on your account, your broker electronically executes that trade with a counterparty in the market, and transfers that security into/out of your account once the transaction is completed.

To execute trades for a standard cash account vs. margin account, your broker directly withdraws funds for a cash trade. Thus every cash trade is secured 100% by money you’ve already deposited, entailing no risk to your broker.

In contrast, with margin accounts, a portion of each trade is secured by cash, known as the initial margin, while the rest is covered with funds you borrow from your broker.

Consequently, while margin trading affords you more buying power than you could otherwise achieve with cash alone, the additional risk means that you’ll always need to maintain a minimum level of collateral to meet margin requirements.

While margin requirements can vary by broker, we’ve defined and outlined the minimums mandated by financial regulators.

Term Amount Definition
Minimum margin $2,000 Amount you need to deposit to open a new margin account
Initial margin 50% Percentage of a security purchase that needs to be funded by cash
Maintenance margin 25% Percentage of your holdings that needs to be covered by equity

💡 Quick Tip: Options can be a cost-efficient way to place certain trades, because you typically purchase options contracts, not the underlying security. That said, options trading can be risky, and best done by those who are not entirely new to investing.

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Example of Margin Trading (Buying on Margin)

Here’s an example of how margin trading works, or could work, in the real world. Imagine you open a margin account with $2,000 at a brokerage firm. It’s helpful to keep the maintenance margin in mind, too, when reading through this example.

Now, say you have your eyes set on Stock X, that’s trading at $100 per share. You can afford to buy 10 shares with the cash in your account. But, you want to buy more — margin allows you to do that. Given your margin account’s 50% initial margin requirement, that means you can effectively double your purchasing power.

So, you can buy 20 shares of Stock X for a total of $2,000, and $1,000 of that purchase would be buying on margin.

If Stock X appreciates in value by, say, 100% (it’s now worth $200 per share), you could sell your holdings and end up with $4,000. You could then pay back your brokerage for the margin loan, and have realized a greater return than you would have without using margin.

But the opposite can happen, too. If Stock X depreciates by 50% (it’s now worth $50) and you sold your holdings, you’d have $1,000, and owe your broker $1,000. So, you’ve wiped out your cash reserves by using margin — one of its primary risks.

To recap: In both scenarios, the margin loan balance remains the same ($1,000), while the equity value took the entire gain or loss.

Bear in mind, too, that for simplicity, this example ignores interest charges. In a real margin trade, you would need to also back out any interest expense incurred on the margin loan before calculating your return; this would act as an additional drag on earnings.

Potential Benefits of Margin Trading

As noted, margin trading has some pretty obvious benefits or advantages. Those may include the following:

•   Potential to enhance purchasing power. A primary benefit of margin trading is the potential expansion of an investor’s purchasing power, sometimes exponentially. This could possibly help boost returns if the price of the stock or other investment purchased with a margin trade goes up.

•   Possible lower interest rates. Benefits of margin loans might include lower interest rates relative to other types of loans, such as personal loans, if the investor is borrowing money to make trades. Plus, there typically isn’t a repayment schedule.

•   Diversification. You could also use margin trading to diversify your portfolio.

•   Selling short. Another potential advantage might be a complicated trading method called short selling. Margin trading might make it possible for you to sell stocks short. Short selling differs from most other investment strategies in that investors make a bet that a stock’s price will fall.

Note, however, that the rules for short selling with a margin account can get even more complicated than a traditional margin trade. For instance, Regulation T of the Federal Reserve Board requires margin accounts to have 150% of the value of the short sale when the trade is initiated.

While the benefits of being able to buy more investments — and potentially generate larger returns — might seem appealing to some investors, there are also some potential risks to using margin. It might be worth considering these before you decide if trading on margin is right for you.

Potential Risks of Margin Trading

There are potential benefits, and there are potential risks associated with margin trading. Here are some of those risks:

•   Possible loss beyond initial investment. While a primary benefit of margin trading may be increased buying power, investors could lose more money than they initially invested. Unlike a cash account, the traditional way to buy stocks or other investments, losses in a margin account can actually extend beyond the initial investment.

For example, if an investor purchases $20,000 worth of stock with a cash account, the most they can lose is $20,000. If that same investor uses $10,000 of their own money and a margin — essentially a loan — of $10,000 and the stock loses value, they may actually end up owing more money than their initial $10,000.

•   Possibility of margin call. Another potential negative aspect of margin trading is getting a margin call. Investors might need to put additional funds into their account on short notice if a margin call is triggered because the investment lost value. Moreover, a drop in value might mean an investor needs to sell off some or all of the investment, even at an inopportune time.

The SEC warns investors that they must sell some of their stock, or deposit more funds to cover a margin call. If you get a margin call, it is your responsibility to deposit more funds, add securities or sell holdings in your account. If you don’t meet the margin call after a number of warnings from your broker, then the broker has the right to sell all or some of the current positions to bring the account back up to minimum value.

💡 Quick Tip: How to manage potential risk factors in a self-directed investment account? Doing your research and employing strategies like dollar-cost averaging and diversification may help mitigate financial risk when trading stocks.

How to Get Started With Margin Trading

Typically, the first step to getting started with margin trading is to open a margin account with a brokerage firm.

Even if you already have a stock or investment account, which are cash accounts, you still need to open a margin account because they are regulated differently. First-time margin investors need to deposit at least $2,000 per FINRA rules. If you’re looking to day trade, this dollar figure goes up to $25,000 according to FINRA rules. This is the minimum margin when opening a margin trading account.

Once the margin account has been opened and the minimum margin amount deposited, the SEC advises investors to read the terms of their account to understand how it will work.
The SEC advises investors to hedge their risks by making sure they understand how margin works, understanding that interest charges may be levied by your broker, knowing that not all assets can be purchased on margin, or even communicating with your broker to get a sense if a margin account is the right tool for you.

The Takeaway

Margin trading, as discussed, means that investors are trading securities with borrowed funds from their brokers. This allows them to potentially increase their returns, but also carries the risk of ballooning losses. As with most investing strategies and vehicles, margin trading comes with a unique set of potential benefits, risks, and rewards.
Margin trading can seem a little more complicated than some other approaches to investing. As the investor, it is up to you to decide if the potential risks are worth the potential rewards, and if this strategy aligns with your goals for the future.

If you’re an experienced trader and have the risk tolerance to try out trading on margin, consider enabling a SoFi margin account. With a SoFi margin account, experienced investors can take advantage of more investment opportunities, and potentially increase returns. That said, margin trading is a high-risk endeavor, and using margin loans can amplify losses as well as gains.

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FAQ

Is margin trading profitable?

Margin trading can be profitable, but there are no guarantees for investors that it will be. It can also lead to outsized and substantial losses for investors, so it’s important to consider the risks and potential benefits.

What happens if you lose money on margin?

If you lose money on margin, you may have a negative balance with your brokerage, and owe the broker money. You may also be subject to interest charges on that balance, too.

Should beginners trade on margin?

It’s best to consult with a financial professional before trading on margin, but generally, it’s likely that professionals would recommend beginners do not trade on margin.

How do you pay off margin?

Typically, if you have a negative balance in your margin account, you can reduce or pay it off by simply depositing cash into your account, or selling assets.

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