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 Los Angeles mortgage lenders in 2022
Here are some of the best mortgage lenders in Los Angeles.
5 min read Jan 24, 2022 -
Best Chicago mortgage lenders in 2022
Here are some of the best mortgage lenders in Chicago.
5 min read Jan 20, 2022 -
Best Denver mortgage lenders in 2022
Here are some of the best mortgage lenders in Denver.
5 min read Jan 12, 2022 -
Best Houston mortgage lenders in 2022
Here are some of the best mortgage lenders in Houston.
4 min read Jan 12, 2022 -
What is RESPA?
There’s a lot involved in RESPA, but three key areas matter for you.
4 min read Oct 21, 2021 -
Home prices are rising faster than your down payment fund: What to do
High housing prices are putting many properties out of reach for buyers. Here’s some ways around that.
5 min read Sep 14, 2021 -
How homebuyers can compete in a strong seller’s market
With housing inventory still lagging, sellers continue to have the upper hand.
4 min read Jul 22, 2021 -
First-time homebuyer programs by state
Most states offer first-time homebuyer loan programs.
4 min read Jun 08, 2021 -
Co-ops and condos: The pros and cons of each
Condominiums and co-ops differ in several key ways. Here’s what to know.
5 min read Apr 19, 2021 -
First-time buyer mistakes to avoid
There’s more to homeownership than paying the mortgage. Watch out for these missteps.
3 min read Nov 29, 2017
First-Time Homebuyer Programs by State
- Find your state's first-time homebuyer grants and programs
- Arizona first-time homebuyer grants and programs
- California first-time homebuyer grants and programs
- Florida first-time homebuyer grants and programs
- New Jersey first-time homebuyer grants and programs
- North Carolina first-time homebuyer grants and programs
- Pennsylvania first-time homebuyer grants and programs
- Tennessee first-time homebuyer grants and programs
- Texas first-time homebuyer grants and programs
- Washington first-time homebuyer grants and programs
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