Sellers Slash Prices at Historic Pace To Lure Buyers Sidelined by Mortgage Rates

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Realtor.com News reports that price reductions are spreading through the housing market at a pace rarely seen before, with more than one in five listings cutting asking prices in September. Mortgage rates climbing past 7% have pushed many would-be buyers to the sidelines, while inventory continues to build. The result is a market where sellers are increasingly willing to negotiate, creating openings for buyers who can still secure financing.

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