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

Buying a home comes with several upfront costs that can feel overwhelming. However, if you are expecting a tax refund from the IRS this year, that extra money can give your homebuying budget a significant boost. Whether your refun...

The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is the biggest federal program helping families pay rent, helping around 2.3 million households every year. Unlike some other programs, those who receive these vouchers have to find their ho...

Evergreen Home Loans, a company based in Bellevue, Washington, is growing fast as it expands into 11 new states. The company announced that it now operates in Texas, Florida, South ...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is making big steps to help more Americans get help with housing.  They're starting new programs, including teaming up with a company called Zillow and usi...

In an effort to encourage people to move to and settle in Alaska, the state has announced a $1,702 stimulus payment for eligible residents. This annual payout, part of the Permanent Fund Dividend (P...

If you’re planning to buy a house in 2026, it’s a good idea to start getting prepared now. The housing market has been unpredictable in recent years, but things may become less hectic for buy...

Mortgage Rates Have Been All Over the Place If you've been trying to buy a home lately, you've probably noticed that mortgage rates keep bouncing around. Earlier this year, the average 30-year fixed mortgag...

Every year, thousands of veterans miss out on a government program that could save them significant money when buying a home. In 2024 alone, more than 58,000 VA home loans went unused, representing nearly $28 b...

  Are you dreaming of owning your own home but struggling to save up for a down payment?  These programs offer loans and grants that can cover part or all of your down payment and closing costs. In this a...