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First-time homebuyers had a median age of 40 in 2025, according to the National Association of Realtors, an all-time high. This cohort also made up a record low number of home purchases during that ...

Why Rocket Mortgage stands out: Rocket helps renters make the leap to homeownership with a grant equal to a portion of rent paid. Rocket RentRewards allows current renters to apply up to 10% of what ...

With 3.5% down and credit scores as low as 500, FHA loans are a realistic entry point for first-time buyers. Here’s how they ...

Standout benefits: Guild offers several low-down-payment options, including the zero-down Arrive Home loan for borrowers ...

Many home buyers share the misconception that they must make a minimum down payment of 20% to buy a home. The statistics tell a different story, though. In 2024, the typical down payment for a ...

Unlock the zero-down advantage of VA loans for first time home buyers. Learn eligibility rules, step by step requirements and money saving tips. If you are a first-time home buyer and qualify for a VA ...

Gov. Maura Healey is expanding eligibility for interest-free, $25,000 first-time home loans just days after a UNH Survey Center poll found that 53% of respondents disapproved of her handling of ...

Spread the loveAlright, let’s talk about something that’s probably keeping a lot of you up at night, especially if you’re ...