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According to The Wall Street Journal, mortgage rates in the United States this week have risen to the highest level since August of last year. This is undoubtedly another bad news for home buyers, especially during what is typically the busiest time of year for real estate sales. The mortgage institution Freddie Mac reported on Thursday that the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage has risen to 6.51% this week, up from 6.36% the previous week. Additionally, rising costs of home insurance and property taxes in many areas have also deterred buyers. The increase in mortgage rates this year has reversed the downward trend since the second half of 2025. However, current mortgage rates are still lower than they were a year ago, and some buyers are taking advantage of the quieter market to make purchases. According to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association of America, mortgage applications for home purchases decreased from the previous week, but increased by 8% compared to the same period last year.