Mortgage rates have climbed above 7%. Here's how we got here and what it means

It's the first time since May 2024 that 30-year mortgage rates have hit that mark. High rates are adding to the affordability challenges many Americans are facing.

Jan 16, 2025 - 20:44
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Mortgage rates have climbed above 7%. Here's how we got here and what it means
Mortgage rates hit 7% for the first time since May, marking another challenge for prospective home buyers.

It's the first time since May 2024 that 30-year mortgage rates have hit that mark. High rates are adding to the affordability challenges many Americans are facing.

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