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Mortgage and refinance rates today, January 19, 2025: How to get a good deal when rates are high

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The average 30-year mortgage rate today is 6.67% , and the 15-year fixed rate is 5.95% .

Use the free Yahoo Finance mortgage calculator to see how various mortgage terms and interest rates will impact your monthly payments.

Mortgage refinance rates are often higher than rates when you buy a house.

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is 6.67% right now, according to Zillow .

You might get an even better rate with an excellent credit score, sizable down payment, and low debt-to-income ratio.

Mortgage rates aren't expected to drop drastically in the near future, though they may inch down here and there.

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