Declines were consistent with weak home sales
This week, rates reached their highest levels in seven years
Slowdown comes amid rising rates, more restrictive mortgage rules
The city's housing market became tighter in September
Grim outlook for prospective home buyers likely to continue
UBS report warns about "strained affordability" and the impact of rising interest rates
This is the fourth decline in the past five months
Home prices saw a slower rise in July
Tax savings could help offset the rising cost of relocation
Clients with large mortgages could be challenged as rates rise