Chris Avary
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Published October 13, 2026 in Market Update · Primary market

Freddie Mac rates are high, but one part of the market is still moving fast

In ZIP 75238, nearly 4 in 10 homes went under contract within two weeks, even as a 7.40% rate slows things elsewhere.

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Under contract in 2 weeks
up 9.9 points year over year
Pending sales
up 9.5% year over year
Median days on market
7 days shorter than a year ago
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Published October 11, 2026 in Market Update · Primary market

Primary market listings fell even as mortgage rates stayed above 7%

Fewer homes are coming to market here, even as national rates climb, and that changes the math for both sellers and buyers right now.

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Homes sold
Down 7% from a year ago
Homes for sale
Down 8% from a year ago
New listings
Down 4.8% from a year ago
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