Mortgage Rates Slide Slightly

Thursday, October 16th, 2025

Continuing a pattern of small movements expected as the government shutdown continues, rate saw only a slight downward trend this week.  According to the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) released by Freddie Mac Thursday, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) slid three basis points to 6.27% from last week’s average of 6.30%. “Mortgage rates…

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Mortgage rates moved within expected patterns this week, edging down only slightly as the government shutdown reaches its ninth day. Last week, economists said rates were expected to remain within a tight range during the shutdown unless other unexpected developments emerge. According to the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) released by Freddie Mac Thursday,…

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