At first glance, housing data for October seems to be a mixed bag. Closer inspection, however, along with oncoming headwinds in the coming months, paint a much bleaker portrait. Affordability continues to decline, and mortgage rates are set to keep climbing with the Fed determined to keep tightening. Additionally, materials and labor costs continue to rise with no end in sight.
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