First-Time Homebuyers

Latest First-Time Homebuyer Articles

• First-time homebuyer programs by state

  Most states offer first-time homebuyer loan programs.

  4 min read Apr 21, 2021

  

• How to choose between a condo, house, townhouse or apartment

  There’s more to consider than the sale price when choosing a place to buy.

  6 min read Apr 20, 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

  

• What is a mortgage interest rate?

  If this is your first time getting a mortgage, here are the basics on interest rates.

  4 min read Apr 16, 2021

  

• How to write a letter of explanation for a mortgage

  If you need to write a letter of explanation, there’s no need to panic.

  4 min read Apr 15, 2021

  

• 2021 Colorado first-time homebuyer assistance programs

  If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Colorado, help is available.

  3 min read Apr 13, 2021

  

• Slow condo price growth may be opportunity for first-time homebuyers

  Are soft condo prices a sign of cracks in the red-hot housing market?

  4 min read Apr 12, 2021

  

• 2021 North Carolina first-time homebuyer assistance programs

  If you’re a first-time homebuyer in North Carolina, help is available.

  2 min read Apr 08, 2021

  

• 2021 Texas first-time homebuyer assistance programs

  These programs may be the key to your new home in Texas.

  4 min read Apr 07, 2021

  

• Big bank or local lender? Deciding where to get your mortgage

  Although lenders can provide the same end product, not all are created equally.

  3 min read Apr 07, 2021