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Mortgage Rates Decline to Lowest Spring Levels, Easing Homebuyer 'Lock-in Effect'
Mortgage rates have recently fallen to their lowest point in the last three spring homebuying seasons. This decline is beginning to mitigate the 'lock-in effect' that has previously deterred potential homebuyers.
23 Apr, 10:00 — 23 Apr, 16:09
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marketwatchMostly Factual7h ago
Mortgage rates inch lower — and chip away at the ‘lock-in effect’ that has hurt home buyers
Mortgage rates fell for the third straight week, a welcome sign for a housing market challenged by high prices and sellers reluctant to give up their own favorable rates.
By Andrew Keshner
Read full article →YahooMostly Factual13h ago
Mortgage rates hit 'lowest level in the last three spring homebuying seasons': Mortgage and refinance interest rates today
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First report: Yahoo · 23 Apr, 10:00|Full coverage: 2 · 6h|Window: 6h
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