https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mortgage-rates-just-keep-climbingContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mortgage-rates-just-keep-climbinghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mortgage-rates-just-keep-climbing#u89425Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:05:49 +0000Mortgage rates have risen above 7%, with the 30-year fixed rate reaching 7.45%. This increase is attributed to rising bond yields, which have climbed to their highest levels in 20 years. The surge in mortgage rates has deepened the gloom for the US housing market, making it more challenging for prospective homebuyers.Why it mattersThe rising mortgage rates have significant implications for the housing market, which has been experiencing a slowdown. The increase in rates is likely to reduce demand for homes, making it more difficult for buyers to enter the market. This, in turn, may impact the