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Almost all mortgage rates are down since this time last week, and since a month ago. Although the decreases are gradual, this downward trend is still a good sign for hopeful homebuyers.

Average 30-year mortgage rates have gone down, but a 7/1 or 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgage will probably still give you a lower rate.