In February, the mortgage industry saw a significant uptick in purchase locks, indicating a strong seasonal demand for home purchases. This increase occurred despite the impact of higher interest rates, which resulted in a sharp decline in refinance activity.

Key points:
– Seasonal spike in purchase locks observed in the mortgage industry in February
– Higher interest rates led to a decrease in refinancing transactions
– The market remains robust for home purchases, despite challenges posed by rising interest rates.

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