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DIY Guide to Purchasing Without a Realtor
A recent survey by the National Association of Realtors found that most people buy their homes through an agent. However, changes in August 2024 mean that buyers might have to pay the agent's fees themselves. Sometimes, buyers c...
US Housing Market Sees Changes as Down Payments Decrease
In a significant turn of events for the American housing market, data from April 2025 reveals that down payments made by homebuyers have dipped slightly for the first time in nearly two years. This news comes from ...
Down Payment Assistance Available in September 2025
In the US, down payment assistance (DPA) programs offered by states and counties provide critical support to homebuyers, especially first-time buyers and moderate-income families. Here’s an overview focusing on ke...
Do You Qualify? Factors To Consider When Doing a House Down Payment
A down payment is a sum of money paid upfront by a buyer when purchasing a house or a car, typically representing a percentage of the total purchase price. The purpose of a down payment is to reduce the len...
HUD Rolls Out $10 Million in Funding to Support Homeownership Among Underserved Populations
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has earmarked $10 million for grants directed at housing counseling agencies approved by HUD. This investment marks a pivot...
Home Buying Help for People With Disabilities
When you're living with a disability, you might think owning a home isn't possible. But there's good news: not only are there mortgages for which you can apply, but there are also special loans and grants to help mak...
New Homes in the US to Become $11,000 More Expensive Due to Trump's Global Tariffs
Homebuilders in the United States have sounded the alarm that the cost to construct a new home has jumped by nearly $11,000 because of the global tariffs introduced by President Donald Trump....
Exciting News for First-Time Homebuyers in Palm Beach County
If you're looking to buy your first home in Palm Beach County, there’s some great news for you! The county is offering up to $100,000 in assistance for first-time homebuyers to help cover various cost...
5 Ways to Raise Enough Down Payment for a House
There comes a time in most people's lives when they get tired of renting a house. If you are at such a point in life, you must be going through pressure to purchase a home. However, you may not have a down payment. So, h...
