The average Michigan home costs about $260,000 in mid-2025, according to Zillow. With home values expected to rise, now could be a good time to invest in your first home — if you can afford it.

Buying a home for the first time is a big undertaking that can be exciting, frustrating and expensive. Saving up for a down payment, getting approved for a mortgage and covering closing costs are just ...

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 ...

For 2026, grant amounts increase to up to $9,000, with down payment assistance now available up to $24,000. By ...

With mortgage rates still about 6% and housing prices near record highs, buying a first home might seem impossible for many, but a down payment assistance program for first-time buyers can be a game ...