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- The 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 6.94% last week, the first drop below 7% since March.
- Mortgage applications rose this week to their highest level since March, showing increased demand.
- For mortgage rates to keep falling, inflation will likely have to cool further.
One key part of buying a home became a bit more affordable last week, and some Americans decided to take advantage.