All the expert advice and tips you need to prepare for buying your first home
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First-time homebuying 101: Tips for buying your first home
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March 10, 2020
What to expect from your home inspection
Before you place a bid on your dream home, here are a few things to know about home inspections—and why they’re so important.
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February 19, 2020
Home inspections 101: What to look out for
Big ticket problems, like shoddy electrical wiring or an unstable foundation, can affect the livability of a home. Here are 13 things that warrant extra attention during your home inspection.
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February 12, 2020
How to pick a neighborhood to call home
Follow this expert advice to assess a new neighborhood’s value and livability.
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February 10, 2020
10 things to watch out for the first time you view a home
Spot the good, bad, and expensive before making an offer.
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February 7, 2020
Is a condo or co-op right for you?
Ask yourself these questions before placing offer on a new home.
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February 6, 2020
Is a homeowners' association right for you?
HOAs can provide security and amenities, but they’ll likely dictate things like house color and landscaping. Understanding the intricacies—and fees—involved with living in a planned community is important.
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February 5, 2020
5 tips on finding a buyer’s broker
Buying a home can be difficult, stressful, and unpredictable. But there’s relief in sight, and that comes in the form of a good real estate agent.
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February 5, 2020
What you need to know before buying homeowners insurance
Not all insurance policies are created equal. We went to the experts to answer all your questions about homeowners insurance.
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January 29, 2020
8 questions to ask before buying your first home
To help first-time homebuyers figure out if they're ready to buy, we queried real estate experts to compile the key questions every potential homeowner should ask before sealing the deal—the most important one may surprise you.
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December 14, 2017
How to negotiate the sale price of your dream home
With the right team and a few intelligent strategies, that slightly over-budget property could be yours.
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October 31, 2016
5 financing options for first-time homebuyers
Finding financing for new homebuyers isn’t quite that complicated. Here are five programs first-time borrowers should know about when shopping for a home.
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June 21, 2016
6 common mistakes first-time homebuyers make
Making the wrong move in a saturated housing market leads to financial remorse or house buying misery. To prevent this agony, here are six common mistakes you should avoid as a first-time buyer.
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June 21, 2016
Where to buy affordable home essentials, from furniture to kitchenware
A brief guide to buying quality items at retailers from Ikea to Target, West Elm, and more. Here now, where to buy key items for every room in your new home.
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June 21, 2016
A step-by-step guide to the homebuying process
Assuming the title of homeowner is one of the most significant financial commitments you will ever make, and the process can get messy if you’re not properly prepared. Here's a breakdown of what to expect.
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June 21, 2016
The basics of getting a mortgage
Creating a timeline, educating yourself about the market, and understanding your unique financial situation and budget will make the mortgage process easier.