If you're buying your first home, low down-payment requirements and great customer care can make getting a mortgage easier. To help you find the right lender, NerdWallet has researched and selected ...

First-time homebuyers had a median age of 40 in 2025, according to the National Association of Realtors, an all-time high. This cohort also made up a record low number of home purchases during that ...

The Government's Your First Home scheme won't launch until next spring, but other initiatives to help people get onto the ...

Experts say many buyers can qualify for a home with as little as 3% to 5% down. Experts recommend buyers to meet with a Realtor and lender early to understand their options and budget. After touring ...

As the rise in home prices outpaces income, many first-time buyers don't earn enough to afford a starter home. The latest data from the National Association of Realtors showed that the monthly ...

Redfin reports that home asking prices fell for the first time since March, down 0.3% year over year. See what lower listing prices mean for homebuyers.

Nearly 14 million baby boomer homes will hit the housing market by 2036, but starter home supply for first-time buyers may see limited relief.

Higher mortgage rates are squeezing would-be homebuyers and forcing renters to stay put—with consequences for both markets.