UNITED STATES – Sales of previously occupied homes in the US increased in September, driven by declining mortgage rates that encouraged home shoppers. According to the National Association of Realtors, existing home sales rose 15% last month from August.

Sales also saw a significant increase of 41% compared to September of last year. This uptick in sales is notable against the backdrop of changing mortgage rates.

Furthermore, the national median sales price experienced a 2.1% climb in September from earlier this year, reflecting a growing demand in the housing market.

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