Last week we explored escrow and title insurance pricing. Today’s tips are on finding your best buyers’ real estate agent and negotiating the commission. Starting with the buyers’ realty agent, if you ...

Meanwhile, people who already own homes are accruing huge amounts of equity, thanks to soaring values and low prepandemic mortgage rates. That allows them to make larger down payments and all-cash ...

Home prices are a big hurdle for many buyers. In late 2024 , the average home sold for $500,000.¹ But not every market is as hot as it seems. If you know where to look, some areas are cooling. These ...

The number of these programs, which come from a range of sources, is rising in the United States, but there are barriers to entry. By Heather Senison When Benjamin Sar’s friend suggested he save up to ...

Close to one-third of first-time home buyers (32%) were between 25 and 34 years old, while one-fourth (25%) were between 35 ...