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Quote: Sept. 20, 2023
“Purchase applications increased for conventional and FHA loans over the week but remained 26 percent
lower than the same week a year ago, as homebuyers continue to face higher rates and limited for-sale
inventory, which have made purchase conditions more challenging.”
–Joel Kan, MBA’s Vice President and Deputy Chief Economist.