Filing your taxes could help you reach your goal of homeownership if you're expecting a refund. As of March 7, 2025, the average federal tax refund is $3,324, or $3,379 if you set up direct deposit.

It’s possible to buy a new house before selling your current one, but getting the timing right can be tricky. If the transactions don’t align perfectly, you could wind up needing temporary housing — ...

Buying a house from a family member is a non-arm's-length transaction, meaning you have a relationship with the seller. A non-arm's-length transaction entails extra care when you apply for a home loan ...

Buying a home is a big deal − and it can be a daunting, confusing process the first time you do it. Here are some online tools that can help you along the way. What home mortgage amount can you afford ...

Active listings are up. Mortgage rates are down. October mortgage rates may drop, too, thanks to a widely expected cut to the federal funds rate at this month's Federal Reserve meeting. In fact, the ...

From market conditions, to location, to your individual finances, the path to buying a home can look wildly different from person to person. (For a little snapshot of what that range can look like, ...

If you're in the market to buy a house, don't expect mortgage rates to drop anytime soon. "In the near term, rates are going to be stuck near 7%," said Jonathan Miller, CEO of Miller Samuel Real ...

This article was first published on NerdWallet.com. By the numbers, things are looking better for home buyers this fall. Advertisement Article continues below this ad Active listings are up. Mortgage ...

Even in this fall’s cooling market, demand outpaces supply — but these buyers haven’t given up. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, but ...