An analysis of two million loans shows that improving credit scores and increasing downpayments are offsetting market factors in a high-rate environment, resulting in savings for borrowers
A new study examines the ideal time of year for home shoppers to take advantage of the best bargains, especially first-time buyers who are not burdened with having to sell their current home
Despite affordability challenges, a new poll found that two-thirds of Gen Z respondents view homeownership as a lifetime goal, as they plot to make their first or next home purchase in the next six years
Homes are less affordable than ever in 99% of the nation's counties
PMI supported nearly $300B in mortgages last year and bucks other homeownership add-on cost trends with 25% premium decline since 2017
Report examines home down payments and where they’re sourced
More would-be homebuyers skip the wedding gift registry, instead ask for cash to help with down payment on a home
Realtor.com report shows regional disparities in homebuyer down payments as affordability and supply challenges reshape housing markets
Buyers paid an average of 14.4% of the purchase price, up from 14.2% in 2023
Many current homeowners stayed put, while first-timers braved high rates and home prices