Buying your first home is a daunting but exciting process. Reference this series and learn how to financially prepare and navigate the market.

The US is short millions of houses, and builders construct fewer starter homes because they're less profitable. Millennials and Gen Zers should brace.

Deciding on "the one" is hard. Ask yourself these questions while house hunting to tell if a particular home fits your financial and emotional needs.

Watch out for coded language when house hunting. Phrases like "a different neighborhood might be a better fit for you" could signal discrimination.

For homebuyers, presenting a seller with a compelling offer letter is everything. Agents shared their best advice on how to do it and what to avoid.

Four recent first-time homebuyers shared their biggest regrets about their purchases and what they would have done differently.