Fannie Mae Lifts 2027 Mortgage Rate Forecast Sharply as Housing Slump Deepens
Fannie Mae has sharply raised its forecast for U.S. mortgage rates in 2027, reinforcing expectations that borrowing costs may remain elevated for longer than many homebuyers and lenders had hoped. The revision comes as 30-year mortgage rates hover near multi-decade highs, purchase activity weakens, and affordability pressures continue to weigh on the housing market.
