Things feel steady as prospective buyers navigate a fresh bump in mortgage rates.

Today, things feel steady as prospective buyers navigate a fresh bump in borrowing costs. MarketWatch reported that 30-year mortgage rates hit a 2026 high of 6.58%. Still, over on r/FirstTimeHomeBuyer, one millennial couple celebrated closing on a $220,000 house at that exact rate. Despite the elevated numbers, personal milestones are still moving forward.