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- 1US Mortgage Rates Climb Back to 7%●Mortgage Rates Hit 7%: What’s Next for the Housing Market? | WSJ News
Mortgage rates in the United States have risen back to 7%, reviving questions about the direction of the housing market. The Wall Street Journal examines what higher borrowing costs mean for buyers, sellers and home prices. With affordability already stretched, analysts and homeowners are weighing whether rates will stay elevated or ease in the months ahead.
- 2US Starter Home Market Down 300,000 Homes Since 2019●The Starter Home Market Is Down 300,000 Homes From 2019
The supply of entry-level starter homes in the United States has fallen by roughly 300,000 units compared with 2019. Analysts point to rising construction costs, high mortgage rates and builders favouring larger, higher-margin properties. The shortage is making it harder for first-time buyers to enter the market, fueling debate about housing affordability.