Contract signings for homes up in November
But the gauge has become less reliable lately because of cancellations
WASHINGTON — The number of Americans who signed contracts to buy homes in November rose to the highest level in a year and a half.
Normally, that would signal better home sales. But a growing number of buyers are canceling their contracts at the last minute, making the gauge less reliable.
The National Association of Realtors says its index of sales agreements jumped 7.3 percent last month to a reading of 100.1.
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More bogus numbers watch what happens this year, A flooding of foreclosed homes on the market will make those who bought now kick themselves.
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