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"Mortgage Rates Cool After Headlines, Lock or Wait?"
Mortgage rates got a small lift today as government bond interest rates fell and Fed comments calmed hike fears. Here is how to time a lock.
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Mortgage rates improved a bit today as bond-market borrowing costs fell and consumer sentiment weakened. Several big reports this week could swing rates.

Geopolitical uncertainty and higher oil are lifting bond market rates. The 10-year is near 4.45%, adding upward pressure to mortgage rates.

Mortgage rates moved higher as Iran tension lifted oil prices. If you’re buying or refinancing, consider locking soon based on your timeline.
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