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Mistakes on your credit report can have significant implications on your financial health. If you spot an error, it’s important to act quickly. Here’s a step-by-step guide to
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Whether this is your first or tenth home purchase, shopping for a new home is an exciting time. It can also be a stressful and lengthy process. This
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Ready to purchase your first home? Use this easy-to-follow checklist to navigate the path to home ownership. Determine Your Budget: It’s best to determine how much house you
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If you have received your Closing Disclosure from your lender, you are almost done with your home buying journey. The Closing Disclosure, provided at least three full days
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Before you begin your new home search, talk to a lender about getting preapproved for a mortgage. This important step can save you time in negotiations and keep
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Buying a home is a big purchase, one that takes time to save up to afford. Many homebuyers use a mortgage to finance the majority of the cost,
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If you are getting ready to purchase your first home, there are a few expenses that you need to prepare for before getting to the final closing table.
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They say that buying a home is all about location, location, location. But what if you do not know what location is right for you? Here are a
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When buying a new home, you have the chance to put in a number of contingencies to the purchase contract to protect you during the process. A contingency
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The biggest question those considering homeownership need to answer is simple: Should I buy or rent my home? Here is a look at the pros and cons of
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Homeownership is not just for the ultra wealthy. While income is an important factor when buying a house, knowing exactly how much you need to earn is not
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If your credit, debt, or income is keeping you from buying a house, you may be tempted to have another person in a more stable financial position help
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Finding a great deal on your home purchase requires that you understand the different types of home loans available. Here are popular mortgage products and who can use
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Do you dream of homeownership but can’t come up with the required down payment? Don’t worry. You may be eligible for a no money down mortgage. Some come
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When you are ready to make a new home purchase, the first thing to consider is who you want on your team. A Realtor or real estate agent
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One of the first hurdles that potential homeowners must overcome is saving up a down payment. It can take years, depending on the home prices in your area
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Searching for and finding the perfect new home is just one step of the home buying process. Once you find the perfect home and have a sales contract,
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FHA mortgages are great for homebuyers without a sizable down payment or with low credit. Each situation is unique and based on a combination of factors like income,
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When purchasing a home, it is always a good idea to have it professionally inspected. Many lenders even require it as a condition of the loan. Home inspectors
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Evaluating a potential new home’s features is just one part of finding the perfect place to buy. You should also carefully consider the neighborhood that you will be
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If you are buying a home, you have probably looked at all kinds of ways to reduce your monthly mortgage costs. These can include putting down a higher
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Working with a real estate agent can be very helpful when purchasing a house, especially if you are a first-time homebuyer. But for the seasoned, experienced buyers or
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The home buying process is exciting but can be lengthy, especially if you have a purchase fall through and have to start over. How long should you expect
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Being a savvy real estate buyer or seller requires that you know and understand the market conditions. This includes the types of home, comparable purchases prices, and so
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You’ve mastered the process of home buying, but are you ready to be a seller when it’s time to move out? Believe it or not, selling your home
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Buying or selling a home often comes with some negotiation. In fact, it is expected and normal for both parties to set a price higher (seller) or make
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Do you enthusiastically pore over home listings on online platforms in your spare time? Is driving around looking for For Sale signs your idea of a perfect Saturday
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One of the biggest hurdles to homeownership is saving up the all-important down payment. It can impact how much house you can afford, what types of loan you
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