The mortgage 'lock-in effect' could worsen wealth inequality and is likely to last for years to come, FHFA says

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The economy is fantastic — unless you want a new job, a new home, or a new car

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Making a major life change, such as buying a house or finding a new job, is going to come at a cost.

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Home prices have risen more than double the pace of inflation since the 1960s

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Home-price appreciation has significantly outpaced the rate of inflation.

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A housing market rebound may finally be underway

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The housing market appears to be starting to loosen.

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2 reasons why the South will stay the hottest housing market in the US

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Attorney-opinion letters could save homebuyers thousands of dollars in closing costs.

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Real estate stocks plunge as NAR agrees to landmark settlement that rewrites rules on commissions

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The NAR agreed to a groundbreaking settlement on Friday.

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A huge wave of housing inventory hit the market in February as the 'lock-in' effect eases

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A row of homes in Bentonville, Arkansas.

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The homes your real-estate agent doesn't want you to see

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Real-estate agent commissions have barely budged over decades. Critics blame a shady practice known as "steering."

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How the Canadian mortgage model could help unfreeze the housing market

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Many homeowners are reluctant to lose cheap mortgage rates by moving house.

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No partner? No problem. People are joining forces with friends to afford to buy a house

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A recent survey found that 48% of people would consider buying a house with a friend.

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