Definition of quill for English Language Learners. : 1  the hollow central part of a feather. : 2  a large, stiff feather from the wing or tail of a bird. : 3  a pen that is made from a feather.
The average age of a first-time homeowner is 34, according to the most recent American Housing Survey data collected in 2009. Once first-time homeowners made up nearly half of all existing-home sales, but they now make up 35 percent, according to a recently released National Association of Realtors report.
In fact, making a poor decision with respect to a home purchase can drastically alter your financial future. Research has found that most people should not buy their first home until they are in their mid-30s. 1 Two of the main reasons for waiting to purchase a home are a lack of diversification and a lack of mobility.