The number of these programs, which come from a range of sources, is rising in the United States, but there are barriers to entry. By Heather Senison When Benjamin Sar’s friend suggested he save up to ...

Buying a home for the first time is an exciting milestone, but with mortgage rates still high and home prices near record levels, it’s also one of the most financially challenging times in recent ...

First-time homeowner grants tend to be geared toward low- to moderate-income borrowers. Generally speaking, households that earn 80 percent or less of their area median income (AMI) qualify as ...