The rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage stood at 4.60 percent for the 7-day period ending Aug. 2
Freddie Mac's chief economist says the next few months will be key for gauging the health of the housing market
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate is still up more than half a percent from last year, according to Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac Chief Economist Sam Khater says buyers would be smart to act on rate decreases now
Good news for an inventory-challenged market, but a shortfall of new permits could spell trouble down the line