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Home Buying Budget: Key Factors to Consider
When you're thinking about buying a house, figuring out how much you can spend is a crucial first step. There are several things that shape your budget, such as: The size of the loan you can get and the interest ra...
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Face Privatization Under New Leadership
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are key players in the American housing market, making buying a house more predictable for homeowners and attractive for those investing in home loans. Basically, they help keep th...
Building New Homes in the US Now Costs $11,000 More Due to Trump's Tariffs
Homebuilders in the United States are warning that due to President Donald Trump’s wide-ranging tariffs on goods from other countries, the cost to build a new home has risen by roughly $11,000....
Top FHA Lenders of September 2025
FHA loans make homeownership more accessible, especially for first-time buyers, by offering lower credit score requirements, smaller down payments, and flexible guidelines. If you are thinking about getting an FHA loan, here are some of ...
VA Housing Grants for Disabled Veterans: How to Apply and What to Know
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers special housing grants to help veterans with service-related disabilities. These grants are designed to help veterans buy, build, or make changes to a ho...
Jerry West aka "The Logo" died this week. He was 86.
Jerry West aka "The Logo" died this week, according to reports. He was 86. Yes; in fact, it was Mr. West who became the embodiment of the National Basketball Association on all its licensing and imaging deals f...
National Housing Group Expresses Concern Over Recent Executive Orders
The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) has raised concerns about recent executive orders issued by President Trump, saying they could significantly impact affordable housing. The group...
A Look at the Proposed $25,000 Downpayment Grant for First-Time Homebuyers
The Downpayment Toward Equity Act is a proposed bill aiming to help first-time homebuyers with a grant of up to $25,000. This money could help cover important costs like a down payment, clos...
New York's Homeowner Relief: What You Need to Know About the 2025 Star Stimulus Checks
If you own a home in New York, you might be eligible for financial relief on your property taxes through the Star program. The state has started sending out stimulus checks this week a...
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