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National Association of REALTORS(R) - REALTOR(R) Magazine
May 31, 2017
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NAR: Buyers Face 'Double Whammy' This Spring
Home buyers are facing persistently low inventory levels and price appreciation that's rising much faster than incomes. Read more from NAR's latest housing report on how that is taking a toll on contract signings.
Credit Scores Hit Record High
Rising credit scores will likely prompt banks to make more credit available, at a cheaper cost, to mortgage borrowers.
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Lack of Homes for Sale Constrains Loan Apps
The lack of housing inventory nationwide is limiting home sales and dampening mortgage applications during the height of the spring buying season, the Mortgage Bankers Association reports.
2017's Most Affordable U.S. Beach Towns
Do you have clients who dream of owning an oceanside getaway? If they're in search of a bargain, here are some of the least expensive hideaways to consider.
Fed: More Regular Rate Hikes Coming
The Federal Reserve says quarterly increases in interest rates are likely in the futurea fundamental shift in its policy over the last few years.
 
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