While there are no official first-time home buyer loans, there are various loan types and assistance programs available to new buyers. The most popular mortgage type for first-time home buyers is a ...

Coming up with a down payment on a home—especially if it’s your first—can feel impossible. But you don’t have to do it by yourself: There are many first-time homebuyer grants that can help. These ...

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 ...