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Optimal Blue: Rising Rates Cool July Mortgage Activity

Mortgage activity softened in July as rising rates weighed on both purchase and refinance demand, according to Optimal Blue, Plano, Texas.

August 13, 2026 | By Michael Tucker

Optimal Blue: June’s Mortgage Demand Strengthening

Optimal Blue, Plano, Texas, reported that mortgage activity strengthened month-over-month in June.

July 10, 2026 | By Anneliese Mahoney
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