Builders and lenders are increasing incentives like grants, price reductions, and mortgage rate buy-downs for first-time buyers in 2026. NAR sees these trends as key to improved affordability. AI ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Harry Kraemer, Jr. is a professor at the Kellogg School of Management. It’s arguably the most difficult career transition in ...

With elevated interest rates, limiting housing stock and existing owners staying put, buying a house has never been more challenging. First-time buyers need flexible down payment options, generous ...

The current housing market is anything but predictable. Mortgage rates are dropping in 2025, but new tariffs could still drive up the costs of building and maintaining homes. At the same time, rent ...

AUGUSTA, Ga. -- Andrew Novak can see Masters videos in his sleep. The YouTube highlight reels, old final-round broadcasts and shot compilations, they have all scanned through his eyes countless times.