Mortgage Rates
House hunting? Shop with confidence knowing you’re backed by a competitive mortgage rate from Honor. With flexible terms and online pre-approval 24/7, you’ll know exactly what you can afford before you make an offer.
Mortgage Rate & Term Options
Mortgage Rates - Fixed
| Type | Rate As Low As | points | APR* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Year Fixed | 6.875% | 0.000% | 6.955% |
| 30 Year Fixed | 6.625% | 0.750% | 6.778% |
| 20 Year Fixed | 7.000% | 0.000% | 7.105% |
| 15 Year Fixed | 6.250% | 0.000% | 6.379% |
| 15 Year Fixed | 6.000% | 0.750% | 6.253% |
| 10 Year Fixed | 6.250% | 0.000% | 6.431% |
| RD 30 Year Fixed | 6.875% | 0.000% | 7.412% |
| FHA 30 Year Fixed | 6.500% | 0.000% | 7.113% |
| FHA 30 Year Fixed | 6.250% | 1.000% | 6.857% |
| Rates accurate as of Apr 30, 2025 |
Mortgage Rates - Other
| Type | Rate As Low As | APR* |
|---|---|---|
| 5.5 Year Balloon | 6.125% | 6.306% |
| 7 Year Balloon | 6.625% | 6.777% |
| 10 Year Balloon | 7.375% | 7.497% |
| STAR Mortgage for Service Members | Rates vary. Please contact a local mortgage lender. | |
| Physicians Mortgage | Rates vary. Please contact a local mortgage lender. | |
| Rates accurate as of Apr 30, 2025 |
*APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Your actual rate may be different, as many factors go into providing you with a mortgage loan. All rates shown are for new purchases of a single family primary residence, $175,000 loan amount, estimated closing costs of $3,431, with a loan to value of 80% or less, and a credit score of 740 or above. Loans with less than 20% down payment may require private mortgage insurance. Rates quoted for Balloon products include a 0.25% discount for applicants with a new or existing Honor Credit Union checking account with direct deposit. Posted rates are indications only and are subject to change without notice. Other rates available for other LTV and credit score ranges. Normal underwriting guidelines apply. All loans are subject to credit approval as well as program terms and conditions. Equal Housing Opportunity. Insured by NCUA.
Payment Example: $175,000 at a rate of 6.875%, 6.955% APR for 30 years equals $1,149.63 per month. This payment example consists of principal and interest only and does not include taxes, insurance premiums or any other added cost. Your actual payment may be higher.
Mortgage Calculators1
Our mortgage calculators can help you better understand your potential payment if you’re purchasing a home, estimate how much you could save by increasing your monthly payment, or determine if refinancing is the right option for you.
Refinance Calculator
Use this calculator to determine if refinancing your current mortgage makes sense.
1: Use of calculator(s) does not guarantee credit.
Down Payment Assistance
Buying a home is a big step, and coming up with a down payment can feel overwhelming. That’s why there are grant opportunities and other resources that may be available to help make homeownership more within reach—whether it’s your first home or your dream home. See what options you might qualify for and take the next step toward owning a home!
Assistance Options
- HomeBoost Down Payment Assistance program to assist eligible first-time homebuyers with $15,000 in down payment assistance
- The Michigan First-Time Home Buyer Savings Account Program allows homebuyers to contribute and withdraw from an account tax-free
- Launch is a grant assistance program to help qualifying first-time buyers with down payment and closing costs up to $20,000
Our Experts Can Help
No matter where you are in Michigan, our friendly team of mortgage experts is here to guide you through every step of the home-buying journey. From pre-approval to closing, we’ve got you covered. Come share your story with us—we’d love to help make your homeownership dreams come true!
Local Lending Pros
- Our local mortgage lending experts know your community because they live and work there
- Your mortgage lender will be with you through the entire process, from pre-approval to closing
- Our team can give you helpful payment info and other insights about the process
- Tell our team your story. We’re sure to have a solution to fit your needs, and your budget.
Home Buying Tips
We hope you find these blog articles helpful. We want to make sure your home buying experience is as easy as possible. If you have questions, reach out to our Mortgage Team or give us a call at 800.442.2800.
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Mortgage FAQs
Getting pre-approved is easy! You can simply apply online 24/7. You can also contact a local Honor mortgage lender to set up an appointment. One of the advantages of working with Honor Credit Union for your home loan is the comfort you will feel knowing you can contact your lender directly or stop by his or her office anytime you have questions. Another advantage is that our lenders live in the markets they serve, and all decisions are made locally.
Once your offer to purchase a home has been accepted and signed, you are ready to meet with your lender to turn your pre-approval into a loan application. Please download the document mortgage checklist of items that must be provided to your lender in order for them to lock in your interest rate and process your application in a timely manner.
Yes! In fact, applying to get pre-approved for a home mortgage loan is the FIRST thing you should do before you begin your search for the perfect home.
During this process, your lender will provide guidance on the best loan option to fit your situation along with an approved loan amount. Your lender will also give you a pre-approval letter, which signifies that you are a qualified buyer. You can share this letter with your realtor to include with your offer to purchase a home. Not only will your pre-approval letter add more weight to any offers you submit, but it will also guide your home search.
Mortgage interest rates fluctuate based on a variety of factors, including inflation, the pace of economic growth, and Federal Reserve policy.
Over time, inflation has the largest influence on the level of interest rates. A modest rate of inflation will almost always lead to low interest rates, while concerns about rising inflation normally cause interest rates to increase. Our nation’s central bank, the Federal Reserve, implements policies designed to keep inflation and interest rates relatively low and stable.
Private Mortgage Insurance, also called PMI, is a type of mortgage insurance you might be required to pay for if you have a conventional loan. Like other kinds of mortgage insurance, PMI protects the lender if you stop making payments on your loan.
PMI is usually required when you have a conventional loan and make a down payment of less than 20 percent of the home’s purchase price. If you’re refinancing with a conventional loan and your equity is less than 20 percent of the value of your home, PMI is also usually required.
An escrow account is where funds are held by the lender to make payments for your homeowners’ insurance and property taxes. Lenders will collect those funds monthly along with your loan payment and then pay the tax and insurance bills when they are due. Generally, the funds are included in your total monthly payment. Since the price of property taxes and insurances can fluctuate, so can the amount needed for your escrow account to cover those bills. Sometimes this can change your required monthly payment.
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