Andrea Riquier is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Advisor. She is a New York-based writer covering mortgages and the housing market. She was previously at Dow Jones MarketWatch, on the housing market ...

For National Homeownership Month, new homeowners share lessons learned and experts share advice for first time buyers.

The average age for first-time homebuyers is higher than ever. Here are some steps to take if you are dreaming of owning a ...

(StatePoint) Becoming a first-time homeowner is a remarkable achievement, but the journey doesn’t end at closing. With today’s market challenges, making your new house feel like home can seem daunting ...

In 2025, first-time buyers had an average age of 40, according to the National Association of Realtors, an all-time high. And ...

Coming up with a down payment on a home — especially if it’s your first — can feel impossible. But you don’t have to do it by yourself: There are many first-time homebuyer grants that can help. These ...

Buying a first home is one of the biggest financial decisions most Americans will ever make. In 2026, understanding the ...

New bipartian housing bill aims to make it easier and more affordable for Americans to become homeowners, particularly first ...