Despite a small fall in mortgage interest rates, home purchase and refinance demand edged back in April. The reopening of the economy and easing credit conditions will provide some support for housing demand over the coming months. But with a tight inventory putting off buyers and rising mortgage rates stretching affordability, we expect applications for home purchase will continue to trend down this year.
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