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Jul 19, 2025 - The FHFA directive on crypto in mortgage risk assessments risks excluding self-custodied assets, potentially increasing counterparty risk for homebuyers.

A new report shows typical U.S. home listings had $25,000 in cumulative price cuts in October, helping rebalance the housing market as sellers look to meet...

Aug 4, 2025 - Homeownership is the most common way that Americans build wealth, and mortgages are the safest and most cost-effective way of financing a home purchase. But...

Dec 16, 2022 - Learn everything you need to know about buying a home for the first time, including how to pick the right house, find a lender, and get the funding you need.

Dec 25, 2025 - Every year, Ilyce and Sam offer their readers New Year’s resolutions for homebuyers, sellers and their personal finances. This is part one of their thoughts...

Sep 17, 2025 - For buyers especially drawn to the charm and potential of fixer-uppers, AI can offer a way to make more informed decisions, ask better questions, and...

Apr 11, 2025 - Through the First Time Home Buyer Program, SCC provides a comprehensive array of tools and information for successfully navigating the homebuying process.

Sep 23, 2025 - CHFA is pleased to announce a partnership with Zogo, a leading financial technology firm, to offer free access to Zogo’s financial education mobile app...

Dec 3, 2025 - The developer Samuel Property has announced an ‘essential workers’ reward program for its latest project, Louise.

Spain’s Minister of Housing and Urban Agenda has given her support to the Canary government's proposal of limiting the purchase of homes on the islands...

Feb 20, 2026

Sep 10, 2025 - While there is a lot of uncertainty around the housing market in 2025, affordability remains a top challenge for homebuyers — especially first-time buyers....

Nov 21, 2024 - Buying a home can be a big milestone. We'll help you understand the process so you can feel confident making a decision. View our helpful tips and tools.

Sep 17, 2024 - The focus on first-generation homebuyers was very deliberate, as this population is the least likely to be able to access generational wealth to facilitate a...

Nov 5, 2025 - Ontario has proposed rebating the full 8% provincial portion of the HST on new homes for first-time buyers, with the rebate phasing down between $1 million and...

U.S. homebuyers drive Greenville, South Carolina population growth in 2024, a 4.1% increase since 2020 despite challenging housing market conditions.

Despite higher median monthly mortgage payments, homeowners who moved in 2024 lived in homes with lower median values than those who moved in 2021.

Feb 12, 2026

There are several key considerations that every buyer must weigh before deciding what to buy

Gen Z and millennials lead the trend of factoring Thanksgiving entertaining into home purchases, with 60% considering hosting capabilities, compared to 30% of...

When can a homebuyer move in? What is the actual buyer possession date, and is early occupancy possible? Learn the factors that shape these agreements.

Jan 23, 2026 - The East London borough of Waltham Forest, covering Walthamstow, Chingford, Leyton and Leytonstone, has become a house price growth hotspot.

Nov 4, 2025 - As of November 2025, the U.S. housing market is facing another turning point as mortgage and refinance rates experience noticeable fluctuations. According to...

Learn more about lenders and the important role they play in your homebuying journey.

NAR’s recent settlement has led to several changes that benefit homebuyers. Agents who are REALTORS® are a trusted source of advice and stand ready to help...

Consider using these common purchase contract contingencies, which could make a contract contingent on appraisal, loan, approval of inspections, and more.

Jan 3, 2026 - According to Pankaj Gadgil, Managing Director & CEO of Aditya Birla Housing Finance, first-time buyers today have access to multiple levers that can...

Nov 20, 2025 - Buy a home with as little as 0.5% of your own funds used towards the purchase! Learn why thousands of Idahoans use our down payment assistance program.

Learn about homeowners insurance, flood insurance, private mortgage insurance, and title insurance. Protect your future home with the right coverage and meet...

Nov 16, 2022 - In Massachusetts, WBUR found an unregulated and opaque business where title insurers pay large, hidden commissions to attorneys — and homebuyers often...

Bank of America's Community Homeownership Commitment® provides a low down payment mortgage for modest-income and first-time homebuyers. Learn how our...

Dec 23, 2025 - Homebuyers who make these moves will be better poised to take advantage of market conditions in the new year.

Jan 16, 2026 - The president will announce the final plan in Davos next week, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said.

Mortgage rates reach 2025 low, providing welcome relief for homebuyers in today's competitive housing market conditions and economic environment.

Bank of America's Community Homeownership Commitment™ can help make homebuying more affordable for modest-income and first-time homebuyers. Get information on...

Feb 20, 2026 - A Canadian developer is temporarily offering certain homebuyers a refund—that is, if they purchase a preconstruction home that drops in price before the...

Feb 27, 2025 - Oyssey uses public data to help homebuyers make informed decisions

Sep 23, 2025 - Minneapolis-St. Paul homebuyers can access assistance programs and address some of the upfront costs of homeownership…if they know where to look.

Dec 17, 2025 - In Suffolk County, the median home sale price reached $725,000, the highest price on record.

If you’re considering buying a home for the first time, congratulations! It’s one of the most rewarding purchases you’ll ever make and comes with a huge...

First-time homebuyers have a variety of options, including low or no money down and no minimum credit score. Discover loan types for buying a first home.

Learn the purpose of automated underwriting and its benefits and drawbacks for homebuyers, plus how to properly interpret the related paperwork.

Nov 27, 2025 - Large builders’ mortgage buydowns make mortgages more affordable, but may inflate prices, raising concerns for buyers and the resale market.

Feb 20, 2026 - A Canadian developer is temporarily offering certain homebuyers a refund—that is, if they purchase a preconstruction home that drops in price before the...

Dec 11, 2025 - Bankrate ranked major U.S. metros according to two factors: (1) the share of homes for sale that a typical household can afford and (2) the income needed to...

Dec 12, 2025 - Homebuyers and renters are searching their searches in these leafy south-west London areas as the price gap between east and west narrows

Feb 20, 2026

President Trump said he would direct mortgage backers Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds, a move he said would lower rates and...

Dec 1, 2025 - Real-estate brokers discuss the clients who insist on keeping their magenta walls and creepy paintings until their listings languish on the market.

The New York State Senate today approved legislative measures to further ensure access to affordable housing for all New Yorkers. The package of bills works to...

Nov 27, 2025 - The cumulative price cut in October hit $25,000, matching the largest discounts Zillow has ever recorded.

Nov 28, 2025 - That empty room is screaming for furniture, but your wallet might be screaming louder in six months when you realize what you actually needed.

At Busey Bank, we understand the importance of making informed decisions when purchasing your first home. Find essential tips in our Money Matters blog.

In a recent survey, 88% of prospective homebuyers said they plan to buy a house in 2026, but what exactly are they looking for?

Excited! Scared! Anxious! Nervous! These are all normal emotions when starting the home-buying process for the first time. There are a lot of things to...

Jun 10, 2025 - Steve Rastin highlights risks in Ontario's housing market and calls for tighter regulations to protect buyers from illegal home sales in the Toronto Star.

Dec 21, 2025 - Because interest rates and closing costs vary among lenders, not shopping around for the best mortgage terms can be a costly mistake.

Jan 27, 2022 - They demand increasing the Rs 2 lakh cap on home loan interest up to Rs 5 lakh and raising affordable home price cap to Rs 1 crore.

START SAVING MONEY FOR A DOWN PAYMENT When buying a home, you typically want to put a down-payment of 20% of the purchase price. Did you know there are many...

Oct 17, 2025 - As the school year begins in Northern Virginia, many might assume the housing market cools as quickly as the morning air. While spring often grabs the...

Feb 20, 2026 - A Canadian developer is temporarily offering certain homebuyers a refund—that is, if they purchase a preconstruction home that drops in price before the...

Sep 16, 2024 - Homeownership is more than just a lofty American dream—it’s how many can build generational wealth. For the Black community, 90% of wealth gains come from...

AARP fought to relieve mortgage applicants of third-party outreach they don’t want or need

Dec 5, 2025 - Ten panelists talked about the state of the Mahoning Valley housing market, housing affordability and mortgage rates.

First-time homebuyers in Lynwood!

Not all houses are built the same, and when you're house hunting or just admiring architecture, it's helpful to know the different types of houses...

Wings’ 3% Down Mortgage* can help you make the move into homeownership sooner than you might expect. See the difference a lower down payment can make!