Best mortgage lenders for first-time homebuyers in May 2026

First-time buyers need flexible down payment options, generous grants and excellent customer service. CNBC Select has chosen ...

The Death Of The Starter Home — Why First-Time Buyers Are Going Straight To Forever Homes

The traditional real estate ladder in the U.S. — buying a cramped bungalow, building equity and eventually trading up to a ...
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The aging first-time homebuyer

The National Association of Realtors reports that the median first-time buyer topped 40 for the first time ever.
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The typical first-time homebuyer is older than ever, new report shows

(NewsNation) — Affordability pressures are shutting young people out of the housing market, and the median age of first-time homebuyers is now 40, a record high. That’s the oldest age in more than ...
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First-time buyer uses grants and strategy to cut home costs

Aaron Robinson, a 28-year-old banker, purchased a four-bedroom home in Philadelphia’s Brewerytown with only $1,400 out of pocket by combining grants, seller assistance, and strategic negotiation. His ...
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A major change is coming for first-time buyers’ borrowing, what it means for you

Mortgage lender Núa Money will be enabling first-time buyers to borrow up to five times their income. The news has received a ...
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City of Westlake offers first-time homebuyers financial assistance for new homes

The city's housing initiative offers financial help for down payments and closing costs, with increased income limits for ...