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Mortgage rates fall to under 7.25 percent

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Welcome to The Hill’s Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy Business & Economy   The Big Story  Mortgage rates fall to under 7.25 percent  Mortgage rates declined for the second straight week, providing prospective homebuyers with a bit of relief in a pricey housing market.  © Nam Y. Huh, Associated…

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