Mortgage Rates Continue to Climb in February Mortgage rates have risen above 7%, reaching a two-month peak and sustaining this level for over a week, indicating a potential shift in home affordability trends. This escalation reflects the highest rates since late November, with the average for a 30-year fixed loan now at 7.16%. The increase is making it even more difficult for many American’s already struggling to afford housing. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts Gold retreats as dimming rate cut expectations overshadow safe haven demand READ MORE Gas Prices Could Soar Past Last Year's Rates Amid Refining Woes READ MORE Jamie Dimon Believes U.S. Debt Is the ‘Most Predictable Crisis’ in History READ MORE Hedge Fund That’s Up 227% Makes Bet on Gold READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment