First time home buyers

Explore resources that can make home buying easier and more affordable

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What can home buyers learn to navigate market turbulence?

How can current first-time home buyers apply today’s tools and yesterday’s lessons to navigate a turbulent housing market?

What does pending mean in real estate?

If you’ve been house hunting, you might have wondered what “pending” means on a real estate listing. Read on to decode this real estate listing status.

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10-minute read

15 first-time home buyer tips

Purchasing your first home can be overwhelming. These first-time home buyer tips can help you tackle the process with more confidence.

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3-minute read

How to avoid PMI on a mortgage loan: Your options explained

Learn how to avoid PMI on a mortgage loan, including different loan options, down payment strategies, and alternatives that can help lower your monthly cost.

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5-minute read

What does a title company do?

A title company is a third party that works on behalf of both the lender and the buyer. Learn more about what title companies do in the home buying process.<...

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6-minute read

Down payment assistance programs and grants: What they are and how they work

Learn about down payment assistance programs and how you can apply for grants and loans that can help you afford the up-front costs of buying a home.

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8-minute read

A guide to first-time home buyer programs, loans and grants

If you’re new to homeownership, first-time home buyer assistance programs can help you with down payments and more. Discover some of your options.

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What is Section 8 housing?

The Section 8 housing program low-income, disabled, and elderly individuals afford to rent or buy a safe, sanitary home. Learn how to apply for Section 8.