A down payment is the portion of a home’s purchase price the buyer isn’t financing with a mortgage. The amount is paid upfront at closing. Depending on the buyer’s finances and the type of loan, down ...

Home prices have skyrocketed, creating affordability issues for prospective buyers. Upfront expenses associated with buying a home include the down payment, closing costs and moving costs. Ongoing ...

The number of these programs, which come from a range of sources, is rising in the United States, but there are barriers to entry. By Heather Senison When Benjamin Sar’s friend suggested he save up to ...

Average weekly mortgage rates are below 6.2%, and they could drift even lower if the Federal Reserve keeps trimming its ...

In today’s tough housing market, some first-time home buyers are looking to their parents for help. Here’s what to know if you plan to do the same. By Anna Fixsen Last summer, after years of bouncing ...