Tag Archives: First-Time Buyers

With the affordability issue lingering for most prospective buyers, Louis Zitting of MonitorBase discusses remedies to overcome some of the hurdles thrown in the path to homeownership.

In 38 of the 50 largest U.S. metros, the monthly cost of renting a home is lower than buying a starter home. The median listed rent across these 50 analyzed metros was $1,876, growing by 14.1% during June 2021.

When it comes to housing affordability, sometimes sitting on the sidelines can benefit prospective buyers, as First American Deputy Chief Economist Odeta Kushi explains.

The MBA reports overall mortgage app volume slid 6.5% week-over-week, with buyers continuing to be shunned by a combo of high rates and prices, amid slowly rising inventory.

The rise in mortgage rates and inflationary concerns are impacting new residential construction, as borrower costs continue to force many prospective buyers to the sidelines.

As the quest for the American Dream continues, homebuyer competition intensifies amidst rising rates, record high prices, and insufficient inventory.

The rise in interest rates and inflationary pressure have taken a toll on home purchases, as the sale of existing homes continues to slide.

According to a new survey from TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank, first-time homebuyers are feeling anxious and unprepared in this highly competitive housing market. TD's First-Time Homebuyer ...

The U.S. median rental price surged nearly 20% in January, outpacing monthly starter homeownership costs in a majority of large metro markets.

Nearly one in four survey respondents said stimulus payments during the pandemic has helped fund their down payment.