Housing Insights Central

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone but can also seem daunting when it comes to financing it. Fortunately, there are several loan programs designed to help first-time buyers make their home ownership dr...

Interested in getting a bargain on a home? You might consider buying a condemned property, though these come with challenges. Let's break down what a condemned house is, why one might be condemned, and what po...

Buying a brand-new house in the United States could soon hit your wallet harder. Builders say that because of trade policies introduced by President Donald Trump, the average cost to construct a new home ...

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has made changes to help people with FHA (Federal Housing Administration) insured single-family home loans keep their homes when they have trouble paying their mortga...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is stepping up to assist those affected by the recent wildfires and straight-line winds in California, starting from January 7, 2025.  ...

In a bit of good news for those looking to buy homes, mortgage rates have seen a slight decrease. The rate for a standard 30-year mortgage has dropped to 6.85%, a slight ease for buyers in today...

Saving up for a house down payment can take a long time—sometimes decades, depending on where you live in the United States. While buying a home may seem out of reach for many, there are some states where ach...

Buying a home for the first time can be intimidating. Many first time home buyers are in need of help. They don't know where to begin. Fortunately, there are many sources of help to provide assistance for many p...

Amid COVID-19 concerns, many universities have declared that they'll be closed for the foreseeable future. Initially, this was seen as an overblown reaction. However, as the death toll worldwide continues to ris...