Low? Great question. The answer is that low depends on many factors. A 6% rate today might seem low to someone with bad credit getting a sub-prime loan, while that would be high to someone with excellent credit getting a standard loan. Then as rates vary based on other factors, like term. So 4% today on a 15-yr fixed might seem a bit high, but is fine for a 30-yr fixed. Then how about understanding costs as they apply to rate. A 3.50% rate is LOW on a 30-yr loan today, but you'd need to pay discount points to buy it down. Do you want to do that? So 'low' is really up to you, your situation, and then your wants, needs, and goals. Stop chasing 'low', and simply find a great Loan Officer in your area who can go over all these items and explain everything so you get the best deal for you and your situation. In MN, WI, and SD, I can do that, and I am at www.MortgagesUnlimited.biz
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