The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026
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Jun 3rd, 2026
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If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.Mortgage rates have risen. Home sales haven't picked up like expected. And many buyers and sellers are wondering when things are going to feel easier or be more affordable.The truth is: a lot changed over...
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Could Co-Buying Be the Answer for Some First-Time Buyers?
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May 7th, 2026
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For a lot of would-be first-time buyers, affordability is the thing that’s standing in the way. But some buyers are getting creative and finding a way to still make the numbers work – and that’s through co-buying.The Dream Is Still Alive. The Math Just Isn’t Working...
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Think You Have To Put 20% Down? Most First-Time Homebuyers Don’t.
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Apr 27th, 2026
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According to Google Trends, online searches for down payment information recently hit an all-time high. And that’s a clear sign more buyers are trying to figure out what they really need to save before making a move (see graph below):If you’re wondering...
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The 10 Best Markets for First-Time Buyers This Spring
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Apr 20th, 2026
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For a while, buying your first home hasn’t just felt hard. It may have felt out of reach.Not because you weren’t ready.Not because you weren’t trying.But because every time you ran the numbers, they didn’t work.That’s why so many first-time buyers stepped back.But after years of...
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Savings Strategies Every First-Time Homebuyer Needs To Know
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Jun 11th, 2024
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If homeownership is on your goal sheet for your future, you’re probably working on your savings. And a big priority is making sure you’ve got a plan in place for things like your closing costs, down payment, and...
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