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What the Fed rate pause could mean for mortgage interest rates now

The Federal Reserve has held its benchmark rate steady for the fourth consecutive time. While mortgage rates recently dropped due to a peace deal with Iran, a potential Fed rate hike remains a concern. High rates continue to keep the U.S. housing market subdued.

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Mortgage rates fell recently as tensions with Iran eased, despite the Fed's decision to pause rate changes.

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  1. Fed Rate Pause and Geopolitical Shifts Impact Mortgage Rates

    The Federal Reserve has held its benchmark rate steady for the fourth consecutive time. While mortgage rates recently dropped due to a peace deal with Iran, a potential Fed rate hike remains a concern. High rates continue to keep the U.S. housing market subdued.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at its most recent meeting.
    • This meeting marked the fourth consecutive rate pause by the Federal Reserve.
    • The average 30-year U.S. mortgage rate fell to 6.47%.
    • Mortgage rates decreased this week as a peace deal with Iran took shape.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Fed rate pause may stabilize costs for loans, credit cards, and savings.
    • The 30-year refinance rate dropped by 3 basis points on June 19, 2026.
    • High mortgage rates will keep the housing market subdued according to a Reuters poll.
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