WASHINGTON – Long-term U.S. mortgage rates climbed upward this week, slightly worsening affordability for homebuyers. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday that the average rate on 30-year, fixed-rate mortgages rose to 4.47 percent from 4.42 percent last week. This benchmark rate averaged 3.97 percent a year ago. With the start of the traditional spring homebuying season, people shopping for homes are dealing with higher loan costs and fewer properties for sale.
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JOSH BOAK - Associated Press, Portland Press Herald
Thu, 04/19/2018 - 7:47am
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