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flag U.S. mortgage applications increase as rates drop to 6.77%, encouraging both purchases and refinances.

flag U.S. mortgage applications rose by 3.1% in the week ending August 1, as 30-year fixed mortgage rates dropped to 6.77%, the third consecutive weekly decline. flag This trend follows a weakening economy and lower Treasury yields, encouraging both purchase and refinance applications. flag The refinance share of mortgage activity increased to 41.5%. flag Despite improvements, mortgage rates remain high, with some experts suggesting that rates near 6% could significantly boost the housing market.

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