Mortgage rates fell again last week, and while the drop wasn't huge, it was enough to spur current homeowners to look for some savings.

Mortgage rates declined for the second week in a row, lifting demand in the stagnant housing market as the affordability crisis continues to create headwinds.

Mortgage rates fell from 6.81% last week to 6.69% for a 30-year fixed home loan for the week ending Dec. 5, according to Freddie Mac. “This week, mortgage rates decreased to their lowest level in over a month,

U.S. mortgage rates dropped again this week following a period of increase. That's the word from Freddie Mac, which released its latest data. Freddie Mac reports the 30-year fixed mortgage rate averaged 6.