- Homebuyers
- February 3, 2026
Why Your Credit Score Keeps Changing and What Homebuyers Should Know
Here’s what causes shifts in your credit score. This is what you should watch for if you’re planning a home purchase.
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First-Time Homebuyers Articles
- Homebuyers
- February 2, 2026
Saving for a Down Payment is Getting Easier—and Help is Available
Saving for a down payment has long been one of the biggest challenges for many aspiring homebuyers. Yet it may be getting a little easier for buyers to get over that hurdle.
- Homebuyers
- January 27, 2026
It’s Financial Wellness Month: How Buyers Can Get Ready to Buy a Home
The beginning of the year can be a great time to step back, take stock, and get financially organized before the spring housing market heats up.
- Homebuyers
- January 20, 2026
10 Places First-Time Buyers May Be Able to Find an Affordable Home in 2026
The housing market can seem a bit intimidating for first-time buyers heading into 2026. But some housing markets are giving new buyers a better shot at homeownership than others.
- Homebuyers
- January 16, 2026
A Competitive Edge: Why You Need a Pre-Approval Letter in a Hot Housing Market
If you’re hoping to buy a home, you’ll want to use every tool at your disposal to make your offer stand out. A mortgage pre-approval letter can be a competitive edge.
- Homebuyers
- January 15, 2026
Calling All Homebuyers: Shopping in Winter May Be a Winning Move
Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering buying a home during the winter months and how to leverage the season to your advantage.
- Housing News
- January 14, 2026
Home Prices Are Falling, Hitting a Four-Year Low
Home prices are edging lower nationally. While the decline has been modest, the direction is beginning to matter, especially as mortgage rates show signs of easing.
- Homebuyers
- January 13, 2026
First-Time Homebuyer Jitters? How to Overcome 4 Common Mortgage Fears
Even the most prepared homebuyer may have some nagging questions. Below are four common homebuyer concerns and how you can overcome them with minimal stress.
- Homebuyers
- January 12, 2026
Is That Home Really Affordable? What “Affordable” Means When You’re a Homebuyer
What does “affordability” mean when you’re buying a home? Try not to think of it as something only tied to home prices or mortgage rates. Instead, think of affordability as a personal decision shaped by your income, monthly costs, plans, and overall flexibility.
- Homebuyers
- January 2, 2026
Buy the Worst House on the Best Block with a Home Renovation Loan
A home renovation loan allows you to finance both the cost of the home and the cost of the remodeling and repair work with a single mortgage. This could potentially save you time and money.
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