The Economic Times

Whats happening with mortgage rate right now should you lock before the April Fed meeting or wait for lower home loan rates?

Mortgage rates today are hovering near 6.3%. That is a sharp jump from around 5.7% just weeks ago. The market is moving fast. Buyers are feeling the pressure. The big question now is simple. Should you lock your mortgage rate before the April Fed meeting or wait? Right now, inflation is still high. The Federal Reserve is expected to hold rates steady. That does not guarantee mortgage rates will fall. In fact, they can rise even without a Fed hike. Bond yields are driving home loan rates higher. If volatility continues, todays rates may look cheaper soon. Waiting could be risky. Locking may offer stability in an uncertain market.