- Homebuyers
- September 11, 2025
Why Putting Off Buying a Home May Cost You Serious Money
It isn’t just what it costs to buy a home today. It’s about what not buying a home could cost you in the long run.
First-Time Homebuyers
First-Time Homebuyers Articles
- Homebuyers
- September 10, 2025
Yes, You Can Buy a Home for Just $1. But Will You Regret It?
Everyone loves a good deal. So, when a home pops up on the market for the bargain price of just $1, it’s easy to imagine packing your bags and living mortgage-free.
- Homebuyers
- September 9, 2025
Fall 2025 is Shaping Up to be a Buyer-Friendly Market—Here’s How to Play It
For years, fall has been the overlooked season in real estate. But this year, autumn is shaping up to be prime homebuying time for those still on the hunt.
- Homebuyers
- September 3, 2025
Real Estate by the Numbers: Why 2025 Buyers Have the Upper Hand
For the past four years, homebuyers faced a tough equation: too few homes for sale at high prices equaled a market where sellers called the shots. But that math is changing in 2025.
- Homebuyers
- September 1, 2025
5 Ways to Lock In a Lower Mortgage Rate
There are ways homebuyers may be able to lock in a lower mortgage interest rate. They just have to get a little creative.
- Homebuyers
- August 27, 2025
The Education Premium: How Local Schools Can Impact Home Values
As back-to-school season begins, local schools aren’t just a hot topic for parents. Homes in areas with top-rated public schools often attract more buyers and may be able to command higher prices.
- Homebuyers
- August 18, 2025
Buy Now, Pay Later May Get in the Way of Your Mortgage Application
Buy now, pay later platforms create debt in your name, which lenders may take into consideration when determining your creditworthiness.
- Homebuyers
- August 15, 2025
Too Good to Be True? What Homebuyers Need to Know About 1% Down Mortgages
Some lenders have begun offering ultra-low-down payment mortgages, as low as 1%, to help more people achieve homeownership.
- Homebuyers
- August 13, 2025
Still Waiting to Buy a Home? These Popular Excuses Might Be Hurting You
Hesitations may seem logical at first glance. But this mindset may prevent buyers from building wealth through homeownership.
- Homebuyers
- August 11, 2025
Future-Proof Your Home Purchase: How to Buy a Home with Resale Value in Mind
In a real estate market where every dollar counts, buyers are wise to ask: Will this home be hard to sell later?
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