Tag: Home Buying

Posted on 08/12/2024

Questions to Ask When Finding a New Place to Live

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

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Posted on 03/04/2024

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 01/29/2024

Your Pre-Home Search Checklist

Buying a house is a complicated financial and logistical process. The right preparation can make a huge difference in making the process go as smoothly as possible. Here is a list of the most important things to do before buying a home to help you prepare: Check Your Financials There are a few financials you should check on...

Checklist

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Posted on 07/17/2023

Checklist for buying a house: What to do once you find the perfect home

If you’re ready to become a homeowner, it’s a good idea to...

Checklist

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Posted on 04/24/2023

3 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...

Condo Living

Condominium

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Posted on 01/23/2023

New construction home buying process: Knowing your options

The new construction home buying process differs...

Custom Homes

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Posted on 07/11/2022

Here's what to expect for the average closing costs for buyer hopefuls

Budgeting for buying a home can seem daunting, but one of the best ways to make it easier is to figure out the average closing costs for buyer hopefuls. There are various service charges bundled together to make up closing costs, and some can vary significantly based on location and specific property. Here are some of the most...

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Closing Costs

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Posted on 02/07/2022

3 Common Misconceptions About Home Buying

Information and advice for first-time homebuyers is everywhere. Unfortunately, many of the most commonly accepted truths about buying a home are either outdated or false. Here are some of the biggest myths about home buying to help you understand the facts. Myth: You Can't Buy a Home With a Bad Credit Score It is possible to qualify for...

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Posted on 12/13/2021

Is a Rent-to-Own Property Right for You?

One of the many options new homebuyers may encounter in their search is a rent-to-own agreement. These agreements allow the prospective buyer to rent a property with the option to buy it down the road. There are many types of rent-to-own agreements, each with their own rules and exceptions. Here is a breakdown of the major advantages and...

Posted on 11/08/2021

Image by congerdesign from Pixabay If you're looking to buy a new home, there's no reason you should be limited by your geographic area. In today's digital world, buying a home in another city, another state or even in another country has never been easier or more convenient. Additionally, when you buy a home remotely, you're not limited...

Buying A Home

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Posted on 05/16/2021

What to Expect During the Closing Process

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay The last step of any home sale is the closing. This is the time when the buyer and seller sign all the documents surrounding the sale, including the documents for the buyer’s mortgage. This is when money changes hands and, in most cases, the buyer gets the keys to the home. If...

Buyer Tips

Closing On A Home

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Posted on 04/11/2021

Buying a Home without Representation Can Be Risky

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay It may be tempting to purchase your first home without the help of a real estate agent. If you want to risk not having professional help to buy your first house, you can, but you’ll be leaving a lot of benefits on the table and assuming all the risks. The Benefits of...

First Time Homebuyer

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