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Pennsylvania Mortgage Rates 11/21/2009
| Loan Type | Today | +/- |
|---|---|---|
| 30 yr fixed | 4.88 |
|
| 15 yr fixed | 4.75 | |
| 5/1 ARM | 3.63 |
Rates may contain points
Reading Mortgage Rates 
Conforming
For loan amounts up to $417,000 (APR based on $400,000)
Jumbo
For loan amounts over $417,000 (APR based on $500,000)
FHA
Loan limits vary by state (APR based on $150,000)
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