Near-record lows for 9 days: Buyers win big with 10-year, 15-year mortgage refinance rates | August 19, 2021
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Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for August 19, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday. (iStock)
Based on data compiled by Credible, current mortgage refinance rates have remained largely unchanged since yesterday, with the exception of 20-year rates which rose slightly.
- 30-year fixed-rate refinance: 2.875%, unchanged
- 20-year fixed-rate refinance: 2.750%, up from 2.625%, +0.125
- 15-year fixed-rate refinance: 2.125%, unchanged
- 10-year fixed-rate refinance: 2.125%, unchanged
Rates last updated on August 19, 2021. These rates are based on the assumptions shown here. Actual rates may vary.
Today’s mortgage refinance rates continue to hold well below the year’s high of 3.125%. While shorter refinance terms typically deliver lower interest rates and greater savings, 10-year and 15-year rates may be particularly appealing right now to homeowners looking to maximize their interest savings and pay off their homes sooner.
If you’re thinking of refinancing your home mortgage, consider using Credible. Whether you're interested in saving money on your monthly mortgage payments or considering a cash-out refinance, Credible's free online tool will let you compare rates from multiple mortgage lenders. You can see prequalified rates in as little as three minutes.
Current 30-year fixed refinance rates
The current rate for a 30-year fixed-rate refinance is 2.875%. This is the same as yesterday.
Current 20-year fixed refinance rates
The current rate for a 20-year fixed-rate refinance is 2.750%. This is up from yesterday.
Current 15-year fixed refinance rates
The current rate for a 15-year fixed-rate refinance is 2.125%. This is the same as yesterday.
Current 10-year fixed refinance rates
The current rate for a 10-year fixed-rate refinance is 2.125%. This is the same as yesterday.
You can explore your mortgage refinance options in minutes by visiting Credible to compare rates and lenders. Check out Credible and get prequalified today.
Rates last updated on August 19, 2021. These rates are based on the assumptions shown here. Actual rates may vary.
How mortgage refinance rates have changed
Today, mortgage refinance rates have remained largely unchanged compared to this time last week.
- 30-year fixed refinance rates: 2.875%, up from 2.750% last week, +0.125
- 20-year fixed refinance rates: 2.750%, the same as last week
- 15-year fixed refinance rates: 2.125%, the same as last week
- 10-year fixed refinance rates: 2.125%, the same as last week
If you think refinancing is the right move, consider using Credible. You can use Credible's free online tool to easily compare multiple mortgage refinance lenders and see prequalified rates in as little as three minutes.
Rates last updated on August 19, 2021. These rates are based on the assumptions shown here. Actual rates may vary.
How does Credible calculate refinance rates?
Changing economic conditions, central bank policy decisions, investor sentiment and other factors influence the movement of mortgage refinance rates. Credible average mortgage refinance rates are calculated based on information provided by partner lenders who pay compensation to Credible.
The rates assume a borrower has a 740 credit score and is borrowing a conventional loan for a single-family home that will be their primary residence. The rates also assume no (or very low) discount points and a down payment of 20%.
Credible mortgage refinance rates will only give you an idea of current average rates. The rate you receive can vary based on a number of factors.
How to get your lowest mortgage refinance rate
If you’re interested in refinancing your mortgage, improving your credit score and paying down any other debt could secure you a lower rate. It’s also a good idea to compare rates from different lenders if you're hoping to refinance so you can find the best rate for your situation.
Borrowers can save $1,500 on average over the life of their loan by shopping for just one additional rate quote, and an average of $3,000 by comparing five rate quotes, according to research from Freddie Mac. Credible can help you compare multiple lenders at once in just a few minutes.
If you decide to refinance your mortgage, be sure to shop around and compare rates from multiple mortgage lenders. You can do this easily with Credible’s free online tool and see your prequalified rates in only three minutes.
Credible is also partnered with a home insurance broker. If you're looking for a better rate on home insurance and are considering switching providers, consider using an online broker. You can compare quotes from top-rated insurance carriers in your area — it's fast, easy and the whole process can be completed entirely online.
When is it worth it to refinance?
Refinancing a mortgage can be a great way to save money. But it’s not always the best move for every homeowner.
People refinance for a number of reasons, including to get a lower interest rate, change their monthly payment amount and lower their interest costs. Generally, if you can lower your interest rate by at least 0.75%, refinancing might be a good move.
If you refinance your 30-year, $300,000 loan at 4% into a new 30-year loan with a 3.25% interest rate, you’ll lower your monthly payment from $1,432 to $1,306. That’s a monthly savings of $126, which adds up to $45,360 over the life of the mortgage.
But before you refinance, be sure to weigh closing costs, and calculate how long it will take before your savings from the refinance cover the expenses of refinancing.
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As a Credible authority on mortgages and personal finance, Chris Jennings has covered topics that include mortgage loans, mortgage refinancing, and more. He’s been an editor and editorial assistant in the online personal finance space for four years. His work has been featured by MSN, AOL, Yahoo Finance, and more.