NAR looks forward to 'centrist public policy' under Joe Biden
NAR expects new administration will restore fair housing rules and support bipartisan legislation related to minority homeownership, first-time homebuyers and housing supply
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 13
Fall is the new spring in real estate
Record-low mortgage rates, skyrocketing buyer demand, and shrinking inventory have pushed the housing market's busy season forward through at least the end of the year
5 tips for virtually hand-holding first-time homebuyers 
These tips, adapted to your personal selling style and fine-tuned to your client, can add to the buying experience despite not being physically present
by Gerard Splendore Aug 3
older millennial
A new ranking from WalletHub looks at the best and worst cities for first-time homebuyers
by Patrick Kearns Jul 6
Why I recommend Credit Karma to my clients
Opinion
By understanding what Credit Karma does and how it works, you'll put yourself in a better position as an agent to help potential buyers improve their credit score
by Bill Gassett May 29
Share of first-time buyers reaches highest peak since 1993
The number of first-time homebuyers exceeded 2 million for the third consecutive year in 2019, according to Genworth Mortgage Insurance
by Marian McPherson Mar 18
Stagnant homeowners are creating an inventory catch-22
A new study by Redfin revealed the average homeowner in 2019 has lived in their home for 13 years, a 5-year increase from 2009
by Marian McPherson Nov 5
3 simple tips for helping buyers fall in love with the neighborhood
Making a house a home requires more than brick and mortar. Find out what buyers need, what they want and what's a good investment for their lifestyle
by Thomas Wilkins Jun 5
5 tips that'll put your first-time buyers at ease (and get you stellar reviews)
Reel in first-time buyers by educating them on the process and giving them financial health tips
by Romana King May 6
Who do you want to sell to? 4 tips for honing your target market
Opinion
Figure out who is in your audience, learn their pain points, listen to feedback, and leverage social media to reach them with the answers they need
by Mike Jeneralczuk Apr 7
3 ways real estate agents can help renters become homeowners
Agents in NYC, Chicago and Fargo show how a little guidance and education can lift renters to homeownership
by Marian McPherson Oct 9
7 tips for squashing first-time homebuyer anxiety
Your clients will be more relaxed and comfortable with your advice, and they’ll come to a decision more easily
by Anna Johansson Jun 8
10 tips for making a first-time home purchase go smoothly
They might require extra time and more information at every step, but it’s a gratifying transaction
by Nicole Solari May 23
How to answer these 7 common first-time homebuyer questions
Opinion
Proactive answers will help you keep your buyers in the know
by Kayla Matthews May 10
5 best cities for first-time homebuyers looking to save
SmartAsset's study shows the South and the Midwest offer some of the lowest home prices and costs of living in the US
by Marian McPherson May 9