Mortgage rates dip slightly for the first time in six weeks, but remain steeper than last year
Mortgage rates have declined slightly over recent weeks for the first time in six weeks, offering some relief to people looking to buy homes. However, these rates remain higher than they were a year ago, meaning borrowing is still more expensive than it was previously.
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National story. 10 articles from 8 sources. Updated Aug 14, 2026.
Part of The 2026 rise in mortgage rates to their highest level in over a year
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3 sourcesAverage long-term US mortgage rate slips for the 1st time in six weeks, but it's still higher than this time last year
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2 sourcesMortgage rates dip slightly for the first time in six weeks, but remain steeper than last year
Average long-term US mortgage rate slips for the 1st time in six weeks, but it’s still higher than this time last year
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3 sourcesMortgage rates fall to the lowest level in 4 weeks, but still higher than before Iran war
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2 developments- Aug 13Mortgage rates dip slightly for the first time in six weeks
- Aug 14Mortgage rates fall to lowest level in nearly 4 weeks
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Quiet for 64 daysLast development · Aug 14 — Mortgage rates fall to lowest level in nearly 4 weeks