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MBA Reports Mortgage Forbearance Rates Continue to Fall

MBA's latest survey reveals a steady decline in forbearance, with significant drops across loan types as homeowners recover from pandemic-induced financial distress.

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Improving Rates And Favorable Demographics Drive Hope For A Mortgage Rebound

Anticipating an increase in mortgage volume driven by improving rates and favorable demographics.

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Existing-Home Sales Dip by 1% in December, Median Prices Hit Record High

Despite a 1% dip in December's existing-home sales, the median price hits a record high of $389,800 in 2023, while housing inventory remains a challenge.

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MCT: Mortgage Lock Volume Declines By 13.71% Despite Falling Rates

MCT's recent data reveals a drop in mortgage lock volume, with refinances showing only a modest increase despite lower rates, while seasonal trends and purchase market challenges continue.

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Mortgage Rates Drop To Eight-Month Low

Lowest level since May 2023.

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Mortgage Applications For New Home Purchases Up 22.2% YoY, MBA Reports

Demand for new homes remains strong despite seasonal dip in December.

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Predictions Indicate Mortgage Rates Below 6% and a 19% Increase In Single-Family Purchase Origination Volumes

Housing market to see growth in single-family mortgage originations, despite ongoing economic uncertainty.

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Fix-and-Flip Enthusiasm Contrasts Rental Property Owners' Caution

Winter 2023 Investor Sentiment survey by RCN Capital reveals disparate perspectives in the real estate investment landscape.

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Housing Starts Slip, But Better Than Last Year

Privately-owned housing units authorized by building permits, housing starts, and completions demonstrate robust trends, with notable monthly and annual variations.

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Homebuilders Feeling Confident In The New Year

NAHB Housing Market Index increases by seven points as mortgage rates drop.

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