Today's mortgage refinance rates — two rates drop further | October 20, 2020

Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for October 20, 2020, which are mostly down from last week. (iStock)

Based on data compiled by Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, mortgage refinance rates have declined, with two rates dropping since this time last week. 

30-year fixed refinance: 3.000%, the same as last week

20-year fixed refinance: 2.875%, down from 3.000% last week, -0.125

15-year fixed refinance: 2.375%, down from 2.500% last week, -0.125

Rates last updated on October 20, 2020. These rates are based on the assumptions shown here. Actual rates may vary.

If you’re thinking of refinancing, consider using Credible. You can use Credible's free online tool to easily compare multiple lenders and see prequalified rates in as little as three minutes.

Current 30-year fixed-rate refinance

The current rate for a 30-year fixed-rate refinance is 3.000%. This is the same as this time last week. 

Current 20-year fixed-rate refinance

The current rate for a 20-year fixed-rate refinance is 2.875%. This is down from this time last week. 

Current 15-year fixed-rate refinance

The current rate for a 15-year fixed-rate refinance is 2.375%. This is down from this time last week. 

You can explore your mortgage refinance options in minutes by visiting Credible to compare rates and lenders. Check out Credible and get prequalified today.

Rates last updated on October 20, 2020. These rates are based on the assumptions shown here. Actual rates may vary.

How mortgage refinance rates have changed

Today, mortgage refinancing rates have remained the same compared to yesterday.

30-year fixed-rate refinance: 3.000%, Unchanging

20-year fixed-rate refinance: 2.875%, Unchanging

15-year fixed-rate refinance: 2.375%, Unchanging

You can explore your mortgage refinance options in minutes by visiting Credible to compare rates and lenders. Check out Credible and get prequalified today.

Rates last updated on October 20, 2020. These rates are based on the assumptions shown here. Actual rates may vary.

The factors behind today’s refinance rates

Current mortgage refinancing rates are affected by many economic factors, like unemployment numbers and inflation. But your personal financial history will also determine the rates you’re offered.

Larger economic factors

Strength of the economy

Inflation rates

Employment

Consumer spending

Housing construction and other market conditions

Stock and bond markets

10-year Treasury yields

Federal Reserve policies

Personal economic factors

Credit score

Credit history

Down payment size

Loan-to-value ratio

Loan size, type, and term

Debt-to-income ratio

Location of the property

How to get your lowest mortgage refinance rate

If you want the best mortgage refinance rate, improving your credit score and paying down any other debt could secure you a lower rate. It’s also a good idea to compare rates from different lenders if you're hoping to refinance your mortgage, so you can find the best rate for your situation. 

Borrowers can save $1,500  on average over the life of their loan by shopping for just one additional rate quote, and an average of $3,000 by comparing five rate quotes, according to research from Freddie Mac. Credible can help you compare multiple lenders at once in just a few minutes. 

Be sure to shop around and compare rates with multiple lenders if you decide to refinance. You can do this easily with Credible’s free online tool and see your prequalified rates in only three minutes.

Mortgage rates by loan type

Whether you’re looking for a 30- or 15-year mortgage or want to refinance, Credible can help you find the right mortgage for your situation:

30 Year Fixed Refinance Rates

15 Year Fixed Refinance Rates

30 Year Fixed Mortgage Rates

15 Year Fixed Mortgage Rates