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Mortgage rates likely stay around mid‑6% in 2026, limiting dramatic price swings.
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If rates dip below 6%, buyer demand and prices could jump sharply.
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Steady rates may finally push affordability past 30% payment‑of‑income threshold.
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Rate stability fuels balanced markets, not buyer frenzies in hot zones like LA.