Discover how mortgage interest works, how it's calculated, and the differences between fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loans. Learn tips to secure lower interest rates.

Irish mortgage interest rates fell to their lowest rate in over two years in May, according to new figures from the Central Bank. The average rate for the month was 3.66% on new mortgages, which was ...

The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage started the decade at about 7.5% in 1971 (the earliest year for which data is available), according to Freddie Mac. By 1979, the rate had risen to an average of ...

We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. So, what are today's mortgage interest rates as of November 19, 2025?

Currently, the average interest rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage is 6.31%, compared to 6.32% a week ago, according to the Mortgage Research Center. For borrowers who want to pay off their home faster, ...

Explore current mortgage rates and what they mean for homebuyers Written By Written by Staff Senior Editor, Buy Side Miranda Marquit is a staff senior personal finance editor for Buy Side. Edited By ...

Explore current mortgage rates and what they mean for homebuyers Written By Written by Staff Senior Editor, Buy Side Miranda Marquit is a staff senior personal finance editor for Buy Side. Edited By ...