Tag: Home Buying

Posted on 02/25/2024
Checklist for buying a house: A first-time buyer's guide
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of home...
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First Time Homebuyer
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Posted on 02/04/2024
New construction home-buying process: The basics
The new construction home-buying process differs from the...
Construction
Homebuyer
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Posted on 12/31/2023
Key Factors to Consider Before You Buy a Condo
The process of finding the perfect condo is similar to finding any other type of home--with a few exceptions. Here are some of the key factors to consider when purchasing a condo: Your Budget How much can you afford to spend on a condo? Make sure you evaluate your budget to get a sense of whether you can...
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Condominium
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Posted on 07/30/2023
How to start buying a house: The basics
With so many steps involved, answering the question of...
Agent
Buy A House
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Posted on 02/05/2023
A buyer's guide to the day of closing
At the end of a long homebuying process, you’ll finally...
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Closing Day
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Posted on 12/26/2021
Questions to Ask About a Potential New Home Location
Home buying is difficult whether you know the area or not. If you're leaving a location you're used to, it can be overwhelming to decide on a new place to live. There are some questions you can ask to determine your priorities and whether a new location is a good fit. Here are some to begin with: How's...
Cost Of Living
Home Buying
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Posted on 12/12/2021
A Beginner's Guide to Fair Market Value
Fair market value is an important real estate metric for investors, buyers and sellers. It can help you determine the best possible asking price for a home sale or whether a home you want to buy is a good deal. However, unlike many other pieces of the real estate puzzle, fair market value can be complicated to find....
Appraisal
Appraisal
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Posted on 11/07/2021
Is a Home Warranty Right for You?
Many homebuyers have the choice of whether to purchase a home warranty with the home itself. While not required, it can be a helpful way to ensure that your new home is well cared for. It can also have some downsides and may not be right for everyone. Here we’ll go over the basics of home warranties to...
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Home Buying
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Posted on 10/24/2021
What to Consider When Deciding How Much to Put Down on a Home
Buying a home requires extensive financial planning. While the widely accepted standard for down payments has been 20% of the purchase price for decades, many are wondering if that’s still required. In reality, there are ways to qualify for a mortgage with less than 20% down payment—even some options without a down payment at all. However, there are...
Down Payment
Home Buying
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