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Why 7% Mortgage Rates Hurt More Than They Used To
Original: 7% Mortgage Rates Hurt a Lot More Than They Once Did. Here’s Why.
Barron's reports that 7% mortgage rates are causing more damage to homebuyers and the housing market than similar rates did in the past. The piece points to high home prices, limited affordability, and buyers who have grown accustomed to years of near-zero rates as reasons today's borrowing costs feel especially punishing. The article explains the mechanics behind why current rates are straining affordability so severely.
Why now: Homebuyers and market watchers are grappling with elevated mortgage rates and their impact on affordability.
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