Home equity loan and HELOC rates: Aug. 21, 2026

Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit each give homeowners access to the value built up in their property, whether through consistent mortgage payments or a cash purchase. Since these loans are backed by real estate, borrowers can often enjoy lower interest rates than they would with unsecured financing.

Mortgage Rates Friday, August 21, 2026

The average interest rate for a 30-year, fixed-rate conforming mortgage loan in the U.S. is 6.701%, up from the day before, according to data from Mortgage Research Center.

Current Refi Mortgage Rates Report for Aug. 21, 2026

The current average refinance rate on a 30-year, fixed-rate home loan is 6.750%, according to Mortgage Research Center data. If you’re a homeowner hoping to refinance your mortgage for a lower rate or perhaps to tap home equity, read on to see average refi interest rates for a variety of loan types and terms. You can also see the prior day’s report here.

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