How COVID-19 Impacted First-Time Homebuyers: Genworth Economist
COVID-19 has significantly impacted the first-time homebuyer market, as the number of rate locks by potential first-time homebuyers decreased by 27% in April from March. The spread of COVID-19 reduced traffic by potential homebuyers and listings. Some states like New York, Pennsylvania and Michigan were heavily impacted. That’s according to Genworth Mortgage Insurance’s Chief Economist, Tian Liu....
