Buying a home - Page 31

Buying a house, especially a fixer-upper, is an investment that could pay off big-time, or deplete every resource you have. Follow these tips for choosing financing and unloading your property for profit.

Higher rates and a stable housing market are keeping people in their homes longer. Should you sell, or stay put?

Homebuyers looking for bargains may be wondering how to buy a short sale property. The first thing to know is that not all short sale houses are bargains. The second thing is that you'd better not be in a hurry.

It's a jungle out there when you're buying real estate. But it's easier to make your way when you know the language. Here are the terms you should know before you buy a house.

When you get married and buy a house, the rules are a little different. here's what you need to know when you get hitched and get a home.

Young homebuyers can get a head start on wealth-building by buying early. But there are disadvantages, too. Find out if buying a home when you're very young is the right choice for you.

Lower ARM rates can help you qualify for a bigger mortgage and a better house. ARMs can be fixed for up to ten years, so there is probably an ARM that minimizes your risk and saves you money.

Think you can't be approved for a mortgage? Neither did these 3 home buyers. Read their true stories.

Home value estimates vary widely, depending on the method used. Online tools can provide interesting information, but don't expect them to be as accurate as a real appraisal.

How to buy a house when your credit is good but your spouse's or partner's is not. There are programs to solve your credit problems.

How to buyy a house and save big. Shopping for a home when everyone else is snuggling in front of their fires can pay off. Here's what you need to know about buying a house in winter.

Rising mortgage rates make buying a home more expensive. However, there are strategies you can use to increase your buying power.

Most people work a real estate agent when buying property. But who should YOU trust when you make such a large and important purchase?

Today's mortgage programs are empowering single parents to move from renting to buying. Here are time-tested and expert-advised methods to get into your own home.

Should you buy or rent? That depends on many factors, including your goals, finances and location. Today, buying makes financial sense on the majority of markets.

Buying new construction from a builder or developer offers advantages and drawbacks -- both financial and personal. Learn the pros and cons before yooou buy a home.

How to calculate house payment: Your house payment is more than your principal and interest on your mortgage. Most lenders also add your property taxes and homeowners insurance. You may also pay HOA dues and flood insurance.

The single homebuyer is stepping up to the plate, and today's great mortgage home loans are helping Millennials buy their first houses.

The Millennial homebuyer faces challenges, including post-Recession fear. Overcome these challenges, become a homeowner, and start building wealth.

You don’t have to have a whole lot of money or a high-paying job to buy a house. There are plenty of low income mortgage programs for tight budgets. Grant money and community assistance is widely available