"Expert Insights: Essential Trends and Tips for First-Time Homebuyers from a UAB Professor"

Navigating the homebuying process can be overwhelming for first-timers. Chris Edmonds, Ph.D., from UAB, emphasizes that 2025 may still pose challenges despite rising affordability. He recommends co-buying and sweat equity as viable strategies. Prospective buyers should prioritize budgeting, improving credit scores, and understanding mortgage options for successful ownership.