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US 30-Year Mortgage Rates Hit Highest Level Since 2023

Original: Mortgage Rates Today, October 2, 2026: 30-Year Rates Climb to Highest Level Since 2023

Mortgage rates in the United States climbed on October 2, 2026, with the average 30-year fixed rate reaching its highest level since 2023, according to the Wall Street Journal. The rise adds pressure on homebuyers and homeowners considering refinancing, as borrowing costs for housing continue to tighten.

Why now: Homebuyers and homeowners are closely watching borrowing costs as rates climb to a multi-year high.

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• Mortgage Rates Today, October 2, 2026: 30-Year Rates Climb to Highest Level Since 2023 · WSJ

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