# Mortgage Applications Surge as Lower Rates Fuel Buyer and Refinance Activity

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Podcast: [Bellevue Homes for Sale Near Seattle](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bellevue-homes-for-sale-near-seattle-7091705)
Published: 2026-05-18T21:51:44+00:00
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Mortgage demand is gaining momentum as lower interest rates and improved housing inventory encourage more buyers to enter the market. Purchase applications climbed 6.1% week over week and 10% year over year, while refinance activity surged 14.3% from the prior week. George Moorhead with Bentley Properties shares the latest market insights to help families make informed real estate decisions.

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