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Despite pessimism regarding the U.S. economy, and a predicted rise in rates, a new GSE poll found homebuyer sentiment on the rise in October.

The days of rates in the 3% range may be numbered, as yesterday’s actions by the Fed to begin tapering may put upward pressure on rates moving forward.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell has announced a slow tapering of the U.S. economy, as MReport examines the impact of the Fed’s actions on the nation’s housing market.

After two months of declines, pending home sales found their way onto the path to recovery at the end of Q3 2021.

The wealth-building effect of home equity is a powerful factor in the homeownership decision.

The Census Bureau and HUD have found new home sales slowing in July, rising slightly over June’s totals, and limited by multiple supply-side headwinds.

April brought month-over-month declines in housing starts, as demand continued to drive builder confidence.

High prices and a new rise in inventory combined with low rates will all play into March’s existing home sales numbers as Q1 closes and the direction of the market takes shape.

Kushi previously served as senior economist, helping First American’s Economics team research, create and publish perspectives on the housing market.