First-time home buyers often qualify for unique benefits. Learn what to expect as a first-time buyer when it comes to buying a house and getting a mortgage.

In 2025, first-time buyers had an average age of 40, according to the National Association of Realtors, an all-time high. And the share of first-time homebuyers on the market has decreased to a record ...

While the homeownership dream may seem more out of reach than ever—exacerbated by high mortgage rates (hovering at 6.3% nationally) and high home prices—first-time borrowers are in a unique position ...

Buying your first home can feel like a huge leap. With rising home prices, a competitive housing market, and the weight of all those extra costs, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Over half of ...

A first-time homebuyer is someone who has never owned a home or who has not owned a home in the last three years. Buying a new house involves many steps, from securing a mortgage to negotiating with ...