- Housing News
- June 9, 2026
Existing Home Sales Jumped in May in a Sign the Housing Market Is Finally Picking Up
Existing home sales were up 3.2% year-over-year, according to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR).
First-Time Homebuyers
First-Time Homebuyers Articles
- Homebuyers
- June 9, 2026
More Homes, Lower Prices: Why Today’s Housing Market Is Favoring Homebuyers
For homebuyers waiting for better conditions, the market may finally be offering more reasons to step back in.
- Homebuyers
- June 8, 2026
The Best Places to Live in 2026 Are Affordable and Family-Friendly
As rising housing costs and pricier everyday essentials continue to reshape where Americans want to live, affordability is increasingly winning out over aspiration.
- Homebuyers
- June 3, 2026
Best Places for Kids: The 10 Most Family-Friendly Cities in 2026
Where should families put down roots in 2026? A new ranking reveals the cities winning on schools, affordability, and family-friendly living.
- Homebuyers
- June 2, 2026
More Homes Are Hitting the Market This Summer. What Homebuyers Need to Know
This year, buyers have more homes for sale to choose from. Nationally, the number of new home listings reached their highest April level since 2022.
- Homebuyers
- June 1, 2026
Happy Homeownership Month: Why Homeowners Have 38 Times More Wealth Than the Typical Renter
The typical homeowner had about 38 times more wealth than the average renter. That’s because homes often appreciate dramatically over decades.
- Homebuyers
- May 22, 2026
How to Buy a Home with 0% Down Using an FHA Loan
An FHA loan paired with a second mortgage or down payment assistance can be the difference between renting and owning you own home.
- Homebuyers
- May 20, 2026
Thinking Ahead: 7 Things to Consider When Buying a Home to Live in Now and Rent Out Later
it might make sense to turn your home into a rental property down the road. That's why it's important to plan for it from the start.
- Homebuyers
- May 19, 2026
How Down Payment Assistance Programs May Help You Buy a Home Sooner
Thousands of down payment assistance programs across the country help buyers cover upfront costs. This is typically done with grants or low-cost loans tailored to first-time homebuyers or specific professions and regions.
- Homebuyers
- May 18, 2026
The Best Advice for Homebuyers Right Now, According to Real Estate Pros
Here’s how savvy homebuyers are approaching the spring and summer market and where to focus your strategy as you hunt for a home.
Smart Moves Start Here.