Mortgage Rates Jump to 6.38% as War Rattles Housing Market

Home sales in Southern California, including Encino in Los Angeles, have slowed as elevated interest rates and economic uncertainty chill demand. The pullback points to weaker transaction volumes and potential downside pressure on regional housing activity and prices. Mortgage originations and local real-estate services are likely to see reduced activity until rates fall or buyer confidence recovers.

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Home sales in Southern California, including Encino in Los Angeles, have slowed as elevated interest rates and economic uncertainty chill demand. The pullback points to weaker transaction volumes and potential downside pressure on regional housing activity and prices. Mortgage originations and local real-estate services are likely to see reduced activity until rates fall or buyer confidence recovers.