Today's Mortgage Rates: Friday, December 18, 2020

30-year and 15-year fixed-rate purchase mortgages are down from yesterday. 30-year fixed-rate refinance mortgage rates have also dropped, but 15-year refinance rates are up. 

*rates as of 12/18/2020

Mortgage Rate Comparison

At 2.73%, today's rate for 30-year fixed-rate purchase mortgages is 0.08 percentage points lower than yesterday and 0.05 percentage points lower than last week. 

All 15-year fixed-rate purchase mortgages are at 2.40%, which is 0.15 percentage points lower than yesterday and 0.10 percentage points lower than last week. 

All 30-year fixed-rate refinance mortgages are at 2.61%, which is 0.02 percentage points lower than yesterday and 0.01 percentage points lower than this time last week. 

All 15-year fixed-rate refinance mortgages are at 2.18%, which is 0.01 percentage points higher than yesterday and down 0.04% lower than last week. 

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The average salary in Nebraska is $65,465 per year, which is just below the national average of $66,665. Every dollar you earn will stretch a bit further than in other states, though, as Nebraska has a relatively low cost of living. The median price of a home in Nebraska is $168,900, compared to the national median of $231,200. Mortgage rates are competitive at 2.75%. 

Many have realized how liveable Nebraska is, and its housing market is one of the most competitive in the country. If you see a home that's a good fit, be sure to make a competitive offer as soon as you can.

Best Mortgage Lenders

Which mortgage lender should you choose? Here are our top picks. 

Rocket Mortgage® by Quicken Loans®

The Rocket Mortgage® by Quicken Loans platform makes getting a mortgage a seamless experience. You can securely connect Rocket Mortgage with your bank so you don't have to upload multiple bank statements. After a painless application, you can see custom loan options and choose the best one for you. 

Once you choose a mortgage option, the platform's to-do list ensures you complete all the steps needed to close your loan. Rocket Mortgage takes the stress out of the mortgage process. 

New American Funding

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or refinancing your home, New American Funding has a mortgage that meets your needs. It offers conventional, FHA, VA and proprietary mortgages along with reverse mortgages. New American Funding has excellent ratings from customers and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. 

Historic Low Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates are at historic lows, so now is the perfect time to buy or refinance a home. To ensure you get the best rate, talk to multiple lenders. Review each quote carefully and choose a lender with competitive rates and stellar service.