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US housing market shifts to buyers as sellers cut prices amid high mortgage rates

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The U.S. housing market is showing signs of shifting towards buyers, with a record percentage of sellers cutting prices for this time of year, according to Redfin. This trend is most pronounced in cities like Denver and Indianapolis, while San Francisco remains a seller's market, partly due to high-paid AI workers. However, rising mortgage rates, now above 7%, are straining buyers' budgets, creating a complex environment where all-cash offers may gain an advantage. AI

IMPACT The influence of AI workers on local housing markets like San Francisco is highlighted, indicating a niche impact of the tech sector on real estate.

RANK_REASON The article discusses market trends and expert opinions on the housing market, rather than a specific event like a product release or funding round.

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US housing market shifts to buyers as sellers cut prices amid high mortgage rates

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Bilin Lin ·

    Redfin signals a shift in power to buyers as a record share of sellers cut prices for this time of year—but 7% mortgage rates are a problem

    Home price cuts just hit a September record. But with mortgage rates above 7%, it's a buyer's market only for some

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