Buying a homeJuly 9, 2017How To Choose A Home Builder And Get The House You WantIt's important to know how to choose a home builder because guessing wrong could be very expensive. Here is what you need to know.
Buying a homeJuly 7, 2017How To Buy A Home: 3 Concessions That Are Better Than A Price CutHow to buy a home and get the best deal. The lowest price is not always the cheapest way to buy. Learn about other concessions and how valuable they can be.
Buying a homeJuly 6, 2017Buying A Home: Utility Costs Matter (A Lot!)Buying a home without considering utility costs is like buying a car without checking the gas mileage. But many forget to do this when they go shopping.
Buying a homeJuly 2, 2017Buying A Home And Selling A Home At The Same TimeBuying a home and selling a home, aka a simultaneous closing, can present a timing challenge, but it's definitely possible. Here's what you need to know.
Buying a homeJune 22, 2017Mortgage Down Payment Wedding Gift: Is It Tacky?The mortgage down payment wedding gift is trendy, but is it tacky? Learn how to deal with gifts and your mortgage loan. There are hoops to jump through.
Buying a homeJune 18, 2017Gen X Rules Real Estate: Here Are Your Best Home LoansGen X buys more homes than any other. They are established and in a good position to get the best home loans. Here's what you need to know about these loans.
Buying a homeJune 17, 2017How Much Can I Borrow?How much can I borrow? Home affordability is one of the first issues you'll address. Find out how much you can borrow when you buy a home.
Buying a homeJune 11, 2017Ten Percent Off: Consider Short Sale HomesShort sale homes are still around and can represent a nice bargain. Learn about buying a short sale home here.
Buying a homeJune 8, 2017How A Mortgage Prequalification Letter Can Put Money In Your PocketThe mortgage prequalification letter tells home sellers and their agents that you are serious about buying a home, and deserve a little respect.
Buying a homeJune 2, 2017How Much Mortgage Can I Qualify For?How much mortgage can I qualify for? That's a question most homebuyers should ask before they go home shopping. Here's how to assess your home affordability.
Buying a homeJune 1, 2017Buying A Home In A Seller’s MarketBuying a home can be extra challenging when you're in a seller's market and have to compete with others. Here's how to deal with the extra pressure and get the house you want.
Buying a homeMay 27, 2017Homebuying Tips: How To Choose Your NeighborhoodHomebuying tips: How to choose your next neighborhood. New and old school search methods to check out your next location.
Buying a homeMay 22, 2017How To Avoid New Construction Home ProblemsNew construction has advantages and drawbacks. You'll probably need to be a lot more involved in the process, so make sure that you're willing to do this before choosing a new home built just for you.
Buying a homeMay 22, 2017Townhomes, Condos, Co-ops And More: Property Type Affects Mortgage ApprovalIf you buy a condominium, townhome, or co-op, the property type affects yoyr mortgage approval.
Buying a homeMay 15, 2017Stress-Free Downsizing: Small Home Mortgage Loans [Infographic]Small home mortgage loans help you buy your first home, but they can also help you when your kids are gone, and you need less room.
Buying a homeMay 12, 2017How Much House Can I Afford?How much house can I afford? That's a question every homebuyer should ask before shopping for a house. Affordability depends on your mortgage rate, down payment, the price of the house and other factors.
Buying a homeMay 9, 2017Have You Overlooked HUD Homes?HUD homes are foreclosure properties that were financed with FHA mortgages. These FHA homes for sales can be purchased at discount and can make good investments.
Buying a homeMay 8, 2017Starter Home Alternatives: Niche Properties With Less CompetitionTo get into your starter home, you have to "think different." Competition is fierce. Approach home buying from a different angle.
Buying a homeMay 8, 2017Why Home Buying In 2017 Is Still A Smart MoveHousing prices may have a long way to go before hitting their peak. Why buying now could still pay off handsomely in the future.
Buying a homeMay 6, 2017Priced Out Of The City? Consider Suburban LivingHome affordability is often easier to find in the suburbs than the city. But can younger homebuyers find true happiness outside the bright lights?