Mortgage rates saw a significant drop on Tuesday, falling 12 basis points to 6.13% for a 30-year fixed mortgage, the lowest since late 2022. This decline is attributed to investor anticipation of an upcoming Federal Reserve rate cut. Experts cite historical trends, noting that rate cuts during recessionary periods typically impact long-term rates more than those during non-recessionary periods, as is the current case. While a rate cut is expected, some predict a potential subsequent rise in rates, mirroring past behavior.

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