First-Time Home BuyersJanuary 5, 2026
Grants for First-Time Home Buyers | 2026 Guide
First-time home buyer grants make homeownership more affordable. Learn how to find and qualify for grants to buy a house in your area.
Renters
Real Estate NewsSeptember 18, 2025“Yes In God’s Back Yard” Affordable Housing Bill Gains Steam
The Yes in God’s Back Yard (YIGBY) Act could increase rental supply and lower housing costs. Here’s how it may help first-time home buyers.- Real Estate NewsApril 16, 2025
More Affordable Homes Could Be on the Way—Thanks to This Bill
The Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act could boost rental supply and lower costs. Here’s how it may help renters and first-time buyers. 
Homeownership TopicsDecember 31, 2024What Is the Right of First Refusal (ROFR) and How Does It Work?
Learn what the right of first refusal (ROFR) means in real estate, how it works, and what buyers and sellers need to know to navigate it.
Buying a homeOctober 15, 2024Rent-To-Own Homes: What They Are and How They Work
Learn what rent-to-own homes are, how they work, and discover the benefits and risks of this alternative path to homeownership.
Buying a homeApril 3, 2024Are Homeowners Happier Than Renters?
Homeowners and renters weighed in on who has it better and what makes homeownership a big part of the American Dream.
Real Estate NewsNovember 15, 2023Fannie Mae Extends Positive Rent Payment Pilot Program
Explore how Fannie Mae's Positive Rent Payment program extension is empowering tenants and fostering financial well-being through positive credit reporting.
Buying a homeJune 26, 2023Renting vs Buying a House: Which Is Right for You?
It's an age-old debate with pros and cons on both sides. Determining what's best for you takes research and knowing what you want.
Mortgage NewsMarch 11, 2021COVID-19 stimulus programs for homeowners and renters [Updated for 2021]
Current list of government and private relief programs to help homeowners and renters economically affected by COVID-19.
Real Estate NewsApril 25, 2019The affordable housing crisis just hit rural America in a big way
The shortage of affordable housing is a dire and growing concern for rural communities, driven by the shifting economy and lapsing federal subsidies.
RentersJuly 17, 2018Renting vs buying: Which costs more today?
Check a rent vs buy calculator when considering renting vs buying. See how the numbers work out upfront and over the long term.
RentersJune 30, 2018Best apartment websites ease rental search
RentersJune 12, 2018Rental home changes: Can you make improvements to your rental?
Making your rental house a home may take a few improvements. But that rental home changes can you get away with? The renovations you can get away with in a rental home depend on your contract, and on how you go about doing them.
RentersMay 17, 2018Considering a home with a long commute? Don’t drive yourself crazy
Considering a home with a long commute? Reconsider, for the sake of your wallet, your health and your sanity.
RentersMay 16, 2018Las Vegas rent prices just keep rising; only one city sees rents drop
Renters in Las Vegas may want to reconsider their living situations. According to new data, the city has the highest year-over-year rent growth in the entire nation, with rent prices rising 5.3 percent since last February.
RentersApril 10, 2018Lease agreement: typical upfront costs of leasing a home
Your lease agreement spells out the upfront costs of leasing a home. Make sure you understand these costs before committing to a lease.- RentersApril 6, 2018
How to rent a house: job and income requirements
RentersApril 6, 2018How to get approved for an apartment
How to get approved for an apartment? Have the income (about three times the rent), decent credit and references.
RentersApril 2, 2018How to get out of a lease with a roommate
RentersMarch 31, 2018Tenant tips: How to negotiate lower rent
Trying to afford your first apartment or house? Follow these tips to negotiate lower rent.
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