The Starter Home: An Endangered Species?

Young Latin couple smiling happily, holding "our first home" written on a blackboard in their new starter home.

Time was when first-time homebuyers could pursue the American Dream by purchasing a small, simple house that allowed them to build wealth. Today, those “starter homes” are hard to find, and the ones that are out there often cost far more than a first-time buyer can afford. What happened? Here’s what you need to know […]

Starting Out With a Starter Home

Small grey starter home with wooden deck. Front yard with flower bed and lawn.

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone in life. Goodbye renting, hello owning! First-time buyers often purchase a “starter home” — a smaller-than-average but more affordable housing option. Here’s how to settle in and enjoy your first taste of the American dream. What is considered a starter home? Put simply, a starter home is […]

FAQs for First-Time Home Buyers

First-time home buyers entering the door of their new home.

You’re ready to take the plunge and buy your first house. It’s exciting, but you’ve got lots of questions. Here are answers to some of the big ones. Q: Is it really better to buy instead of rent? Home ownership gives you more than just a place to live. When you own your home, you […]