Demand for homes is rising thanks to mortgage rates that are close to record lows and an improving labour market. Mortgage applications for home purchase in April were at their highest level since early 2010. But the shortage of homes for sale persists. Realtors have reported stronger buyer than seller traffic in every month since the start of 2012. That is constraining existing home sales and putting upwards pressure on home values.
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