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The 2026 Boston First-Time Homebuyer Guide: Programs, Down Payments & What You Actually Need to Save
Boston first-time homebuyer guide for 2026: learn down payment options, assistance programs, closing costs, and how much cash you need to buy.
Explore this weekend’s top Boston-area open houses, including listings in Newton, Dedham, Brighton, Allston, and Jamaica Plain. Tour renovated homes, luxury properties, and move-in ready condos across Greater Boston this Saturday and Sunday.
Understand Logan flight paths and neighborhood noise before you buy. Learn why routes shift, what “DNL 65” really means, how to check real flight tracks, and what to ask about soundproofing.
A plain-English guide to school choice for Boston buyers. Learn how Boston Public Schools assigns K–8 seats, what “home-based” really means, how exam and charter admissions work, and what to verify before you buy.
A practical guide to Mass Save in Boston. Learn which upgrades cut bills fast, how rebates and 0% HEAT Loan financing work, and how to avoid expensive mistakes in older homes.



