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Best Mortgage Rates


Use these 3 websites to find the best mortgage rates easily. These websites provide clear rate information with no bait-n-switch tactics (plus they require fairly minimal personal info). If you find a better rate than what's published on these 3 websites, you have very-likely scored yourself a great deal!

  1. Costco
  2. Zillow 
  3. Penfed

Use the following websites, if you are looking for a fully online experience (start-to-finish). Note that their rates may not be the best always.

  1. Ally Home Loans
  2. Better 

PS: While comparing rates - be sure to account for additional fees/costs, points and other closing costs. 



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