How do mortgage interest rates actually work?
At LENDERLINE, we believe understanding how mortgage rates work helps buyers make smarter decisions.
In 2025, rates move with the bond market, not headlines. Here’s how it all connects:
- Economic Drivers: Inflation, employment reports, and Federal Reserve policy shape investor demand for mortgage-backed securities (MBS). When demand rises, yields—and mortgage rates—drop.
- Credit and Equity: Strong credit and larger down payments lower perceived risk, earning better pricing.
- Rate Lock Strategy: Many LENDERLINE clients lock their rates early, then use our “float-down” option if pricing improves before closing.
- Loan Type Matters: Conventional, FHA, and jumbo loans each follow slightly different risk models and pricing grids.
Expert Insight: A 0.25% rate improvement can translate into $15,000–$20,000 less paid over a 30-year term.
LENDERLINE monitors markets daily so our clients can lock with confidence.
Even if you have been turned down by another lender, LENDERLINE has a loan program for you.
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