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CONSUMERS FEELING MORE OPTIMISTIC ABOUT HOUSING MARKET’S FUTURE via themortgagepoint.com—Although there was little change in the general sentiment of homebuyers, the Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) rose 0.6 points to 72.1 in August as consumers expressed far higher … Read More

HOUSING MARKET TRENDS via realtor.com—The 2024 summer housing market is wrapping up by shifting to a more buyer-friendly environment. Lower prices, an increase in listings, and longer time on the market are giving buyers more time and flexibility to consider … Read More

PENDING HOME SALES FALL 5.5% DESPITE EASING RATES via realtor.com—Pending home sales dropped 5.5% in July as affordability remained a challenge for homebuyers, despite easing mortgage rates through the month. Pending home sales were 8.5% lower year over year and … Read More