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Michigan Helps First-Time Homebuyers with $25,000 Support Program

In Lansing, Michigan, a new program is offering a big helping hand to people buying their first home. The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) is giving up to $25,000 to help with the initial ...

How First-Time Home Buyers Can Save for a Down Payment

  When planning to buy a home, you need to consider how to save for a down payment, just as you would searching for the perfect one. Purchasing a home is one of the significant investments you'll make, and t...

6 Simple Yet Effective Tips On Saving for a Down Payment

Saving sufficient funds to purchase a home may feel like a dream. However, you can use a solid strategy to save for the down payment and finally get your desired home. You might have the avenues you need to raise th...

HUD Announces Over $3.5 Billion in Grants to Combat Homelessness

Today, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) revealed a significant financial initiative, deploying more than $3.5 billion in competitive grant funds across the country.  These fun...

What You Need to Know About Getting a Conventional Home Loan in 2025

Thinking about buying your first house? You might have heard that getting a loan for it can be tough, but that's not always the case. Here's a breakdown of what you need to know about convention...

Home Loan Interest Rates Climb Again During Election Confusion

For the past six weeks, home loan interest rates have been on the rise. Just like following a climbing trail, they've been tracking closely with something called Treasury yields, which also went up as people...

Thinking About Refinancing Your Mortgage in Early 2026? Here’s What You Need to Know

If you’re a homeowner with a mortgage, you might be wondering if 2026 is a good time to refinance your loan, especially if you locked in a high interest rate in recent years. Wit...