JAY D'ABRAMO
Posts from November 12th, 2025
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Why First-Time Homebuyers Are Older Than Ever — And What It Means for You
If it feels like everyone buying their first home these days is a little older than they used to be, you're absolutely right.
According to the 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers from the National Association of REALTORS®, the median age of first-time homebuyers hit 40 this year — the highest on record.
That's up from 38 last year and way up from the late 20s back in the 1980s. So, what's behind this major shift? Let's dig in.
It's Not Just You — Buying a Home Really Is Harder
The same report shows that first-time buyers now make up only 21% of all home purchases, the lowest share ever recorded (historically...
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