• First-Time Buyers Hit Their Highest Share Since 2020,Frank Ortiz

    First-Time Buyers Hit Their Highest Share Since 2020

      This may come as a surprise, but first-time buyers are making a bit of a comeback. Data shows first-time buyers made up 35% of everyone buying a home in May – their highest share of the market since 2020.  That’s up from just 30% a year ago. And if you’re wondering how that’s possible when afforda

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  • What Buying or Selling a Home Gives Back to Your Community,Frank Ortiz

    What Buying or Selling a Home Gives Back to Your Community

    Buying or selling a home is a big financial decision. And right now, it feels even bigger. Inflationis high, costs are high, and you want to be sure the timing is right before you make your move.  But if you do decide to go for it, whether you're buying or selling, here's something reassuring to hol

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  • Down Payments Are the Lowest They’ve Been Since 2021,Frank Ortiz

    Down Payments Are the Lowest They’ve Been Since 2021

      Today’s buyers are putting less money down. And that’s reassuring if you’ve been feeling priced out of the market lately. The typical buyer put down about $23,400 in early 2026 – that's a 19% year-over-year dip, and the lowest down payments have been since 2021. How’s that possible?  A more balanc

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