Jason started in the insurance industry in 2007 as a claims handler before accepting a role as a fraud investigator. In his role at Forbes Advisor, he covers pet, travel, auto, home, renters, small ...
Saving for a home is one of the biggest — and hardest — financial steps many people will take. Nationwide, the average down payment is $64,000, according to December 2025 data from Redfin. And while ...