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Grapevine: Trump Puts Emphasis on Rates; Mortgage Applications Level
February 26, 2026
Brandon Ivey
No new housing initiatives from President Trump; mortgage applications steady; home prices increase modestly in 2025; Democrats in Senate introduce bill aimed at limiting SFR institutional investors.
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