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A look at the mortgage hot topics for 2024

Housing Wire

This implies easing inflation next year, and mortgage rates near 6% would help affordability issues caused by two things: The inflation fight has fueled the mortgage rate spike Low inventory and a steady job market have put a floor on home prices The good news is that GSEs remain committed to loan approval guidelines that help in these tough cycles.

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ChatGPT for Appraisers

Appraisal Today

I have not had time to use it, but have been reading and watching demos about how it can be used for appraisers for awhile. The purchase index fell for the fourth consecutive week, as homebuyers continue to struggle with low for-sale inventory and elevated mortgage rates.” It definitely can be very useful, as Dustin explains.