Rising inventory, easing home prices, and falling mortgage rates could give first-time homebuyers new leverage in 2026.

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The number of down-payment assistance programs is on the rise, and a growing share are open to people of all income levels.

HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government says it’s the first province in Canada to slash the minimum down payment buyers are required to save in order to purchase their first home.

A new pilot program is promising to make it easier for Nova Scotians to become homeowners by slashing the minimum down ...

Northeast Iowa's smaller communities also offer access to first-time homebuyer programs that provide down payment assistance or favorable loan terms. Monson encourages buyers to ask their lender about ...

Securing approval for a higher mortgage can open doors to your ideal home. But getting approved for a bigger loan amount ...

Before you start touring open houses or scrolling through listings, you need to answer one critical question: How much house can you actually afford? Understanding your budget isn't just about getting ...

Waterstone Mortgage’s Pam Beattie on local presence shaping offers in Northeastern Wisconsin. APPLETON, WI, UNITED ...

The Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC) helped 9,554 households purchase a home in 2025, in partnership with a dedicated network of mortgage companies and loan officers. In total, TSAHC ...

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