08/26/2026
๐ป Heading into September with a little real estate finesse. ๐กโจ
Mortgage rates are still an important part of the conversation, but strategy matters just as much.
The latest Freddie Mac national weekly average as of August 20, 2026 is:
30-year fixed: 6.65%
15-year fixed: 5.95%
For buyers in the Capital Region, your actual rate can vary based on your lender, credit profile, down payment, loan program, points and other factors โ which is why being prepared before you start shopping is so important.
For sellers, serious buyers are still out there. Pricing, presentation and positioning your home correctly can make all the difference as we head into the fall market.
And of course, my little assistant had to make the market update. ๐พ๐ป๐
Thinking about making a move before the end of 2026? Letโs create a strategy that makes sense for your goals.
Erica Tibbs
Corcoran Country Living
๐ Capital Region, NY
๐ 518.833.2502