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According to a recent report from the NAR , down payments remain one of the biggest hurdles  for prospective homeowners. That’s why, as you map out your path to homeownership, it’s worth understanding exactly how the size of your down payment shapes your mortgage experience and even how it reflects broader trends across the country. Geographic Gaps: Where People Put Down More and Less NAR analyzed 216 major U.S. metropolitan areas using 2024 data, and found a huge variation i

When you first hear “50-year mortgage,” it sounds extreme—but for some investors, it’s sparking real curiosity. Could doubling the typical loan term actually make sense? Why It’s Getting Attention As home prices and interest rates stay high, the idea of a 50-year mortgage is gaining traction. The main appeal? Smaller monthly payments and better cash flow—something every investor pays attention to. If you’re house hacking (living in one unit and renting the others) or trying t

Moving from one home to another is stressful enough. It becomes a lot messier when you’re trying to sell your current place and buy a new...

Source: NAR Today’s boomers are trading mortgages for mobility, often with more space and better amenities. Practitioners should study up...