Over the weekend, the administration bounced the idea of having a 50-year mortgage. This was followed up by the FHFA director, Bill Pulte, stating that they are working on a plan. The reactions to this announcement are across the board with some embracing it as the miracle that will help create more affordability to others viewing it as a subprime product. Mortgage originators have been quick to post rates comparing 50 year mortgage to what may be available with a 30-year. Even if this product becomes available, in my opinion, it’s highly unlikely a 50-year amortized mortgage will have the same rate as a 30-year fixed. Just look at how mortgage rates are priced when you compare a 30-year to a 15-year amortized mortgage. Click here for current mortgage rates for your personal scenario. [Read more…]
The 50 Year Mortgage Idea
The Mortgage Porter Weekly: November 3, 2025
How are mortgage rates doing following the Fed rate drop last week and what’s on the calendar this week that could influence the direction of mortgage rates? Check out my latest episode of The Mortgage Porter!
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Mortgage Rate Update for the Week of October 6, 2025
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