The typical down payment for first-time buyers is just 8%, according to the National Association of Realtors. But making a higher down payment can lead to substantial savings both in the near term and down the road.
Less-than-perfect credit doesn't have to hold you back from qualifying for a mortgage—it's possible. Here's how.
Buying a home may initially feel overwhelming. However, with the right preparation, you can streamline the process and save time, money—and save yourself plenty of stress.
The dream of finding the perfect home can sometimes cloud judgment, causing some homebuyers to make avoidable mistakes. By taking proactive steps, home shoppers can potentially save themselves money—and heartbreak.
The dream of finding the perfect home can sometimes cloud judgment, causing some homebuyers to make avoidable mistakes. By taking proactive steps, home shoppers can potentially save themselves money—and heartbreak.
The challenges of today's housing market don’t mean that would-be buyers and bargain-hunters should despair. Instead, they should strategize. In fact, there are plenty of ways that buyers can save big money.
Buying a multigenerational home may make financial sense for some families. Here's why more people are choosing to live together with their relatives.
Unfortunately, it's not as easy for some people to get a home loan as it is for others. Here's the story of how someone who was turned down by nine different lenders was finally able to buy a home.
Discover the inspiring journey of Jaqueline Martinez, a 23-year-old DACA recipient who defied the odds to become a homeowner in California.
Ericka and Pat's homeownership journey started like what many other diverse homebuyers experience. They struggled with financial obstacles and complex loan approval processes. The turning point came when they met Monique Sanchez.