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Mortgage Rates Drop to 5.99% Amid Investor Anxiety

2/24/2026

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  • Mortgage rates in the US fell to 5.99%, lowest since 2022, as Treasury yields declined.
  • This decline may not align with U.S. President Donald Trump’s goals as investor anxiety rose after tariffs were struck down.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to address housing issues in the State of the Union, including tariffs and homebuilder credits.
  • The ROAD to Housing Act seeks to improve mortgage access for several borrower groups.