A good starting point is to know how much house you can afford. A monthly mortgage payment weighs heavily on your budget.

By the numbers, things are looking better for home buyers this fall.Active listings are up. Mortgage rates are down. October ...

If you’re still renting your place, the thought of buying a home can feel overwhelming. A recent TD Bank survey of first-time homebuyers found 64% of people who have never owned a home are concerned ...

Choosing the new-construction route comes with challenges like cost overruns, permitting delays and supply-chain issues, but also the promise of getting a fully customized home. Credit...Kate Warren ...