The average U.S. 30-year mortgage rate reached 7.03% in late September 2026, changing monthly affordability and the way buyers should compare homes and financing.
Two-thirds of U.S. builders used sales incentives in September 2026 while 38% cut prices, giving new-home buyers more room to negotiate amid high mortgage rates.
Paul Wesley and Natalie Kuckenburg reveal their renovated downtown New York loft, blending industrial architecture, vintage pieces and Brazilian details.
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