When the 30‑year fixed hit 6.54% on August 17, buying edged ahead of refinancing. Discover how that shift reshapes your mortgage strategy and why the purchase path may still be the smarter play.
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6% Drop Alters Buyer Mortgage Rates Reality
When the 30‑year fixed hit 6.54% on August 17, buying edged ahead of refinancing. Discover how that shift reshapes your mortgage strategy and why the purchase p
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