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 ...

These grants and programs can help your homeownership dreams come true — whether you’re a first-time or repeat home buyer.

Why Rocket Mortgage stands out: Rocket helps renters make the leap to homeownership with a grant equal to a portion of rent paid. Rocket RentRewards allows current renters to apply up to 10% of what ...

Buying a first home is exciting, but it can be challenging to make the jump from renting to homeownership. First-time buyers don't have home equity to put toward their purchase like repeat buyers ...

Natalie Campisi is a senior journalist who covers personal finance, balancing timely news with in-depth enterprise reporting. Her mission is to make complex financial issues clear and accessible for ...