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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How to shop for a mortgage without hurting your credit score
A drop is inevitable, but you can minimize it.
7 min read Jun 27, 2025 -
Guide to no-down-payment mortgages: Am I eligible?
Some options if you want a house but your savings are small.
6 min read Jun 26, 2025 -
Private mortgage insurance (PMI): What it is and how it works
Hard to avoid it if your down payment is low. But must you pay this extra fee forever?
7 min read Jun 26, 2025 -
20% of aspiring homeowners think they’ll never save enough to buy. Can rent-to-own help?
Learn the pros and cons of a rent-to-own agreement.
9 min read Jun 24, 2025 -
Guide to first-time homebuyer grants
There’s one key fact that separates first-time homebuyer grants from other forms of help.
7 min read Jun 23, 2025 -
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.
6 min read Jun 20, 2025 -
Documents needed for mortgage preapproval
Here’s a checklist of what you need to get a mortgage preapproval letter.
6 min read Jun 20, 2025 -
How much is a down payment on a house?
The down payment question may sound like a simple one, but it has many answers.
9 min read Jun 19, 2025 -
What is mortgage insurance?
While mortgage insurance primarily benefits the lender, it does serve a purpose for the borrower.
4 min read Jun 19, 2025 -
What is mortgage interest and how does it work?
Here’s everything to know about mortgage interest charges and rates.
5 min read Jun 18, 2025
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