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Housing Market Frozen, Not Broken: The Real Story Behind 7% Mortgage Rates

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September 29, 2026

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Douglas Wilkerson

Douglas Wilkerson is a Mortgage Broker (NMLS #1680719) with Edge Home Finance, helping homebuyers navigate the housing market with data-driven insights.