Core Insights - Freddie Mac reported that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.17% as of October 30, 2025, marking a decrease for the fourth consecutive week [1][4] - The current 30-year FRM is down from 6.19% the previous week and significantly lower than the 6.72% average from a year ago [4] - The 15-year FRM averaged 5.41%, down from 5.44% last week and lower than the 5.99% average from the same time last year [4] Industry Context - The Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) focuses on conventional, conforming, fully amortizing home purchase loans for borrowers with excellent credit who put 20% down [2] - Freddie Mac's mission is to enhance liquidity, stability, and affordability in the housing market, having assisted millions of families since its inception in 1970 [3]
Mortgage Rates Continue to Trend Down
Globenewswire·2025-10-30 16:00