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October 20, 2026

Pending Home Sales Hit Record Low Amid Rising Mortgage Rates

  • Pending home sales fell 7.3% in September, reaching the lowest level since 2001.
  • Mortgage rates have surged to 7.43%, impacting affordability and demand.
  • Housing starts declined by 5.2%, indicating a slowdown in new construction activity.

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