The rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.78% this week, up slightly from last week when it averaged 6.77%. A year ago, the 30-year rate was 6.81%. The rate for a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.07%, up from last week when it averaged 6.05%. A year ago, the rate was 6.11%.
Fed chair nomination hearing scheduled for next week
The Senate Banking Committee will hold a hearing next week on the nomination of Kevin Warsh to become the next chairman of the Federal Reserve.










