Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported Thursday that the average on the key 30-year rate jumped to 7.08% from 6.94% last week.
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Maine home prices rose again in September, but far less than usual
After double-digit leaps during previous months, the increase in home prices slowed. Real estate experts say the market appears to be cooling.
Maine home sales fell again in August, while prices rose, but market may be leveling off
The number of sales fell by double digits, and the median sale price increased by about the same percentage. Mortgage rates are climbing and could be a wild card.
U.S. home sales slipped, prices grew more slowly in August
Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes slowed in August for the seventh month in a row.
U.S. home sales fall for 6th straight month – a positive sign for buyers
Homes are still selling quickly on average, but many sellers have had to become more flexible on their asking price.
Mortgage rates jump on strong employment and inflation data
The inflation data may cause the Federal Reserve to moderate its rate hikes.
U.S. home sales slow for the 4th month as prices enter unprecedented territory
The average rate on a 30-year home loan climbed to 5.78% last week, the highest its been since November of 2008 during the housing crisis.
April home sales fell 21% in Maine, but prices went through the roof
The limited selection of homes on the market last month sold for 25% more than in April 2021.
Maine home prices keep rising while limited inventory slows sales
The real estate market figures for March show a continuation of the pattern in sales and prices caused by a tight supply of homes on the market.
Maine home sales fell sharply in February while prices jumped 21%
Sales statewide fell to 878 units last month from 1,062 in February 2021, a decrease of more than 17%.