California 30-year mortgage averages range from 7.25% to 7.79% by source
Four sources put the California 30-year fixed rate between 7.25% and 7.79%. Here is what each reports, plus the gaps in this week's auto, personal loan and card data.
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Scams & ID Theft
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Scams & ID Theft
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Loans & Mortgages
30-year mortgage rate holds at 7.40%, Freddie Mac says
Freddie Mac's weekly survey shows the 30-year fixed rate flat at 7.40% and the 15-year slightly lower. Our sources had no named card, auto or personal loan averages this week.
Scams & ID Theft
California AG Bonta urges Californians to never use crypto ATMs
The attorney general warned about crypto scams and said to be wary of any transaction that requires cryptocurrency, and to report it if you've been scammed.
Raise Your Score
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Rules & Rights
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