With low for-sale inventory keeping home price appreciation in many markets at record highs, the jump in FHA purchase applications is potentially a sign that more first-time buyers are finding purchase options despite the high prices.
Source: Inman News
Buyer demand for mortgages jumps for first time in almost a month
Published in Joel Kan, Markets & Economy, Mortgage, mortgage applications, mortgage bankers association and refinancing
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