First-Time Homebuyers

Homebuyers
June 25, 2026

Buying a Home When Interest Rates Are High? How to Do It and Potentially Save Money

Before high mortgage rates lead you to put homeownership plans on hold, learn whaat you can do now to secure an affordable mortgage.

Homebuyers
June 22, 2026

Working a Side Gig to Buy a Home? Here's What Lenders Want to See

Many homebuyers are turning to side gigs, freelance work, and app-based jobs to help save for a down payment and closing costs. But those part-time jobs don’t always help them qualify for a mortgage.

Homebuyers
June 17, 2026

Mark Zuckerburg, Beyonce, and Paris Hilton: Why Wealthy Homebuyers Often Prefer Mortgages When They Could Pay Cash

Mark Zuckerberg has taken out mortgages to purchase homes. So have Elon Musk, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, and Paris Hilton. This is why it may be a smart move even if you can buy in cash.

Housing News
June 16, 2026

Home Shoppers Have More Buying Power Than a Year Ago

Homebuyers have quietly caught a small win: Purchasing a home is still modestly easier than it was a year ago.

Homebuyers
June 15, 2026

The Surprise FHA Loan Advantage: Lower Mortgage Interest Rates

If you’re buying a home, you may not want to overlook an FHA loan. These loans typically offer lower mortgage interest rates than many other types of home loans.

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).

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.