Homebuyers have been beset with a slew of affordability problems that have kept housing sales at decades-low levels.

Economists and real estate experts warn that changes in how agents are paid could have unintended consequences for people buying their first homes. By Ronda Kaysen and Rukmini Callimachi With a ...

With over four years of experience writing in the housing market space, Robin Rothstein demystifies mortgage and loan concepts, helping first-time homebuyers and homeowners make informed decisions as ...

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Stop us if you’ve heard this story before: The housing market remains stuck. Mortgage rates remain stubbornly high. It’s the same case with home prices. Oh, and it’s a terrible time to be a first-time ...

It's never been tougher for first-time homebuyers to break into the market. Supply shortages, high mortgage rates, and skyrocketing prices are creating barriers to entry. Prospective homebuyers are ...

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First-time homebuyers are typically defined as those entering the market who’ve never owned a home. However, anyone who has not owned a home for the last three years also qualifies as a first-timer.

Buying your first home is a major milestone. However, it comes with major financial responsibilities, including protecting your home with homeowners insurance. While many first-time buyers focus on ...