First-Time Homebuyers
If you’re new to buying a home, here’s what you can expect and how to navigate the process
Latest First-Time Homebuyer Articles
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Best mortgage lenders with no origination fee in 2025
Here are some of the best no-fee mortgage lenders in 2025.
3 min read Jan 27, 2026 -
Best mortgage lenders in Texas in 2025
Here are some of the best mortgage lenders in Texas in 2024.
2 min read Jan 27, 2026 -
Best mortgage lenders in California for 2025
Here are some of the best mortgage lenders in California in 2025.
2 min read Jan 27, 2026 -
Best mortgage lenders in Florida in 2025
Here are some of the best mortgage lenders in Florida in 2025.
5 min read Jan 27, 2026 -
FHA 203(k) loans: What they are and how they work
This type of mortgage lets you pay for a home and renovations with a single loan.
7 min read Jan 26, 2026 -
Origination fee: What it is and how to lower your mortgage costs
Here’s how much origination fees usually cost, and how to negotiate to save money.
5 min read Jan 22, 2026 -
How to get preapproved for a mortgage
If you’re serious about buying a home, it’s the first thing you should do.
9 min read Jan 21, 2026 -
New York first-time homebuyer assistance programs
These programs can help first-time homebuyers in New York.
9 min read Jan 16, 2026 -
Mortgage brokers: What they do and how they help homebuyers
This home-financing pro could help you find that perfect loan.
9 min read Oct 31, 2025 -
3 percent down mortgages: A guide to your options
You don’t have to come up with 20% in cash. But paying less now can cost you later.
7 min read Oct 24, 2025
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