Everything you need to know aboutBuying a home

When you apply for a mortgage, there’s a lot of paperwork involved and hoops to hop through. This checklist puts it together for you.

Moving to your new home was easier when you had college friends, pizza, and just a few carloads of personal items. Now you have a family, pets, furniture that does not involve crates and concrete blocks. And a mortgage. So consider this list before scheduling moving day.

Some simple formulas and calculators can give you a ballpark figure of your potential mortgage amount. But you’ll likely want to take the next step if you plan to shop for homes in the next 6 months.

This fall may be the best time to buy a home, judging from current real estate data and mortgage rate trends. Here’s why you might want to get off the fence now if considering a home purchase.

Should you buy or rent? It’s not an easy decision, but one that you can make if you take a look at your situation.

If you owe back child support, can you qualify for a mortgage to buy a home?

Mortgage pre-qualification is the first step you should take once you have decided to buy a home. The process forces you to look at your finances and decide what you really can afford to spend on property.

Hiring a real estate agent: Follow these tips for a great home-buying experience.

Considering making the jump from renter to homeowner? This first time home buyer guide tells you what you need to know.