Home Buying

Learn everything you need to know about buying a home.

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Featured Story - 9-MINUTE READ

First-Time Home Buyer Tips: A Guide

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Home Buying Process

Learn what's in store at every stage of the home buying process

First Time Home Buyers

Explore resources that can make home buying easier and more affordable

Moving Tips

Get tips to pave the way for a well organized, cost-saving move

Preparing To Buy

Find out if now is the right time for you to buy a home

Homeownership

Learn key tips for a smooth homeownership experience

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Rural House in Mountains

Home Buying 5-MINUTE READ

Carla Ayers - Oct 21, 2024

What Are Prescriptive Easements And Are They A Deal Breaker?

Prescriptive easements are held by people who gain a right to use someone else’s property. Find out if you should buy property encumbered with easements.

Male loan officer carefully explaining mortgage details on computer screen to engaged woman customer.

Home Buying 6-MINUTE READ

Jamie Johnson - Oct 16, 2024

What Is Section 8 Housing?

The Section 8 Housing program provides low-income, disabled and elderly individuals with safe and sanitary shelter. Learn how to apply for Section 8.

Home improvement, potentially related to renovation or home improvement concepts.

Home Buying 11-MINUTE READ

Kevin Graham - Oct 16, 2024

How To Increase Home Value: 11 Top Tips

Making upgrades – even minor ones – to your home can raise its value by a significant amount. Explore ways to increase home value and finance the costs.
Young Latino family happily settled in their forever home, expressing contentment and stability.

Home Buying 6-MINUTE READ

Miranda Crace - Oct 16, 2024

Starter Home Or Forever Home: Which Is Right For You?

A starter home is a small, affordable home for first-time buyers. Find out if it makes sense to buy a starter home or if a forever home is right for you.

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Home Buying 7-MINUTE READ

Victoria Araj - Oct 16, 2024

How To Repair Your Credit Score In 6 Steps

Ready to bump up your credit score? We’ll help you understand what your credit score means and walk you through how to repair your credit score.

Two females looking into the paper work potentially for an apartment or house.

Home Buying 5-MINUTE READ

Victoria Araj - Oct 16, 2024

A Buyer’s Home Inspection Checklist

Inspections verify the safety and integrity of a buyer’s future home. Here’s a buyer’s home inspection checklist with all the key information you’ll need.

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