According to report from the National Association of Realtors, sales in the northeast lead an across-the-board increase, despite increased prices. The report notes, however, that demand continues to outstrip supply and suggests that, barring significant increases in new homes construction, existing-home prices will continue rise, even if mortgage rates rise.
Realtor.org has the full report
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