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Mortgage rates appear poised to decline — but homebuyers aren't rushing in

Aug 23, 2024
Real estate agents say buyers are showing patience, possibly hoping for a longer-term rate-cut scenario.
While homebuyers often can match the timing of their purchase to market conditions, some homeowners are forced to sell by changes in their lives.
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