Find out more about home buying, down payment help, and government aids.

Renting a place to live can be very expensive, especially for people who don't earn a lot of money. Luckily, there's help available from the government called "Federal Rental Assistance."  This program helps...

The White House has proposed eliminating Section 8 housing vouchers as part of a plan to make big changes to rental assistance programs. These vouchers currently help low-income families pay for housing, bu...

The U.S. Senate passed a significant, bipartisan bill on Thursday aimed at lowering housing costs and increasing the number of available homes across the country. Known as the “21st Century ROAD to Housing Ac...

There is good news for hopeful homebuyers: mortgage rates are dropping. Recently, the average interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to around 6%. This is the lowest rate borrowers hav...

As we move through 2026, the dream of homeownership remains a top priority for many, even as the housing market continues to evolve. While saving for a down payment is still the biggest hurdle for...

In today's housing market, high prices and fierce competition have made homebuying a formidable challenge, causing many to wonder if owning a home—an integral part of the American Dream&mda...

In the United States, property taxes have increased substantially in the last five years, which has made it harder for many homeowners to afford housing. This rise in taxes has especially affected older homeowners w...

Buying a home can feel out of reach for many people, especially because of the upfront cost of the down payment. However, you don’t always need 20% down—sometimes much less is required, and there are programs ...

Wealthfront, best known for its robo-advisor investing tools, is starting a mortgage program for some of its customers. The company says it aims to offer home loans with lower costs and competitive rates by using software to simplify ...