Mortgage rates climb for 5th straight week
The average U.S. 30-year mortgage rate rose to 7.03%, topping 7% for the first time since January 2025 and further limiting buyers’ purchasing power.
Tight inventory helps Florida prices hold firm
Florida housing inventory fell by double digits in August, helping support prices even as sales slowed, Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor said.
Mortgage rates rise to highest level since January 2025
The rate on 30-year fixed rate mortgages rose to 6.95% from 6.76% last week, while 15-year rates increased to 6.26% from 6.09% last week, Freddie Mac said.
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