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National first-time homebuyer tips

When should first-time homebuyers start home shopping?

The fun part of buying a home for most people is shopping for a home - visiting properties online and in person to find one that feels right and...
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Lease-to-own option for first-time homebuyers

For a variety of reasons, not everyone who thinks they want to buy a home is ready to take the homebuyer plunge. Sometimes this is because the...
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Ten tips for choosing a neighborhood

First-time homebuyers have a lot of decisions to make about the type of home they will buy and how they will finance their purchase. One of the...
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What to expect at the closing for your first home

While nearly everyone experiences a little bit of nervousness when they are about to sign important legal documents, but for first-time homebuyers,...
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First steps toward buying a home

When renters think they are ready to buy a home or simply want to take advantage of low mortgage rates and low home prices, the first thing they...
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Advice for potential homebuyers with debt

One of the best websites with information and advice for consumers who are having trouble saving money for a home or trouble paying down their debt...
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Understanding what conveys with your new home

When first-time homebuyers make an offer to buy a home, they are naturally focused on price. After all, they want to feel they have made a smart...
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Why every homebuyer should have a home inspection

One of the most important steps any homebuyer can take, whether they are a first-time buyer or have bought and sold multiple homes, is to have a...
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How much should you deposit when you make an offer on a home?

While plenty of attention is paid to the down payment you need to make when you buy a home, a lot of first-time homebuyers pay little attention to...
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Can seller financing help you buy your first home?

Realistically, few homebuyers will be able to luck into a situation in which the seller of the home they want to buy is also willing to finance the...
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