Buying a home - Page 22

Whether you’re eager to sell or buy a home, it’s important to know that vaping inside that home can lower its value.

New data show that prices are falling in several markets. Smart shoppers who can afford to buy should take advantage of all these factors and claim a home sooner versus later.

Home bidding wars happen when two or more buyers compete for the same property but research indicates that home bidding wars happen much less often nowadays. This is good news for would-be buyers.

Cash to close: Plan on bringing a cashier's check or certified check. or arrange to wire the funds from your bank. You'll need your down payment and closing costs, less earnest money and lender and/or seller credits.

You open a newspaper or website and search for "open houses near me" and spend your weekend checking out homes. But is that really the best way to buy?

Before buying your first house, check your finances. And how you currently spend your money and your time. Because being house-poor is no fun, and you don't want to make a decision you regret.

You don't need to make a 20% downpayment to purchase a home. Review popular low- and no-downpayment mortgage programs and get a complimentary mortgage rate quote.

Seller financing simply means that the owner of the property is willing to finance the purchase.  So a buyer who can't pay cash does not need to get a mortgage from a bank or other lender. But is it a good option for either party?

A single-family home is a vision as well as a bricks-and-mortar reality for millions of home buyers. But now there is some question regarding whether single-family homes will be part of the real estate marketplace in the future.

Buying a home on a single income can be a challenge, especially in more expensive markets. Today's experts tell you what you need to know.

Most of us know intuitively that the more education you have (at least, the right kind of education), the better your job possibilities and the higher your average income will be. So, how does that translate to home affordability? How much home can you buy at your education level?

Should you buy a condo? These experts break down the decision to buy a condominium or a single-family home.

Many American renters want to be homeowners regardless of the cost of homeownership. But to make the right decision, you should at least know what those costs are.

Check out these 5 secrets to affordable homeownership and achieve your dream  -- wherever you live.

How soon can you buy a home after a short sale? That depends on the circumstances of the sale and the mortgage program you choose.

Millennial first-time homebuyers face a long slog if they try to come up with the "standard" 20 percent down payment for a home. But luckily, they don't need 20 percent. Or even 5 percent.

Homeownership for millennials equals personal and financial success according to this new study.

Today's homebuyers have more tools than ever to find a home. However, different generations use websites as an information source to help find a home online at varying rates.

Getting your offer accepted by a seller is exciting but stressful, too. Here's what to expect, and what you need to do once you get your first accepted offer to buy a home.

December is the best month to buy a home below market value: Find out why.