Rates went up quickly earlier this summer... but when the Feds said they're not going to start TAPERING their buying of MBS (mortgage backed securities) on September 19th rates slid back down. Many "mortgage guys" out...
http://www.housingwire.com/2011/01/24/trulia-report-shows-buying-cheaper-than-renting-in-most-major-metro-areas Trulia put this article out on Monday... Here's the details: Trulia compare