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Low Rates Offer More Affordability, But Higher Prices Cancel Out

Historically low rates are increasing home buyers’ purchasing power, but low inventories and rising home prices are effectively canceling out that purchase power, said Redfin, Seattle.

September 3, 2020 | By MBA NewsLink Staff

Home Buyers Have More Purchasing Power, But Face Inventory, Coronavirus Headwinds

A dramatic drop in mortgage interest rates, driven by coronavirus fears, has given homebuyers a big boost in purchasing power in recent weeks, according to an analysis from Redfin, Seattle.

March 12, 2020 | By MBA NewsLink Staff
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