“Although there was minimal change in rates this week, the hawkish tone of Wednesday’s Fed minutes release had an immediate impact on Treasury yields, and could possibly shake up next week’s survey results,” says Freddie Mac’s chief economist.

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New mortgage rules that took effect this past fall are showing little impact on delaying transactions, a new report shows.

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Inventory shortages and affordability challenges continue to hit many housing markets, but sales are still climbing. Read the details from NAR’s latest housing report.

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Lenders are taking advantage of a strong seller’s market to dispose of lingering foreclosure inventories.

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Watch out for these cities. They are seeing explosive growth lately.
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