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Mortgage Rates Dip to 6.37% Amid Spring Housing Surge

4/13/2026

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Mortgage Rates Decline

Mortgage rates fell for the first time since the onset of the Iran war, averaging 6.37%.
The decline comes with the spring selling season, offering housing relief.
Pending listings surpassed 281,500 in March, the second-highest since August 2022.
Zillow reports a 4.2% rise in active inventory.
Experts warn Iran conflict risks could keep uncertainty high, making relief temporary.

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Canterbury Market Struggles

First-time buyers in Canterbury, UK withdraw as mortgage rates rise, with two-year fixed-rate at 5.90%.
Homeowners face selling pressure, with many unable to sell and prices cut.
Martin Short, a seller, has seen his home fall from £750,000 to £525,000 amid weaker viewings and failed sales.
Despite a ceasefire in Iran easing market fears, experts warn mortgage rates may not fall quickly, keeping buyers and sellers in a difficult climate.

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Historical Context

The Iran-Iraq War, lasting from 1980 to 1988, ended with a UN-brokered ceasefire on August 20, 1988, after causing over one million casualties and significant economic disruption. This conflict influenced global oil prices and housing markets, with current U.S. mortgage rates averaging 6.37%, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tensions and the lasting impact of historical conflicts on economic stability.

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Mortgage Rates Decline

Mortgage rates fell for the first time since the onset of the Iran war, averaging 6.37%.
The decline comes with the spring selling season, offering housing relief.
Pending listings surpassed 281,500 in March, the second-highest since August 2022.
Zillow reports a 4.2% rise in active inventory.
Experts warn Iran conflict risks could keep uncertainty high, making relief temporary.

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