First-Time Buyers

Should You Still Expect a Bidding War?

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If you’re still worried about having to deal with a bidding war when you buy a home, you may be able to let some of that fear go.

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From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again

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If you tried to buy a home a few years ago, you probably still remember the frenzy.

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Condos Could Be a Win for Today’s Buyers

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Not every homebuyer wants the biggest house on the block.

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The Truth About Down Payments (It’s Not What You Think)

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Buying a home is exciting… until you start thinking about the down payment. That’s when the worry can set in.

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What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home?

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According to Fannie Mae, 90% of buyers don’t actually know what credit score lenders are looking for, or they overestimate the minimum needed. 

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Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now

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Are you looking for better home prices, or even a lower mortgage rate? You might find both in one place: a newly built home. 

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Mortgage Rates Are Stabilizing – How That Helps Today’s Buyers

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Over the past few years, affordability has been the biggest challenge for homebuyers. 

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What You Should Know About Getting a Mortgage Today

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If you’ve been putting off buying a home because you thought getting approved would be too hard, know this: qualifying for a mortgage is starting to get a bit more achievable, but…

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Why Big Investors Aren’t a Challenge for Today’s Homebuyer

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Remember the chatter in the headlines about all the homes big institutional investors were buying? If you were thinking about buying a home yourself, you may have wondered how you’d ever be…

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Multi-Generational Homebuying Hit a Record High – Here’s Why

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Multi-generational living is on the rise. 

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Why Homeownership Is Going To Be Worth It

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Life can feel a bit unpredictable these days. What’s happening with inflation? The economy? The housing market? But in the middle of all that uncertainty, there’s one thing a lot of people…

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The Five-Year Rule for Home Price Perspective

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Headlines are saying home prices are starting to dip in some markets.

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Buying Your First Home? FHA Loans Can Help

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If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you might feel like the odds are stacked against you in today’s market. But there are resources and programs out there that can help – if you…

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Understanding Today’s Mortgage Rates: Is 3% Coming Back?

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A lot of buyers are pressing pause on their plans these days, holding out hope that mortgage rates will come down – maybe even back to the historic-low 3% from a few…

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Newly Built Homes May Be Less Expensive Than You Think

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Do you think a brand-new home means a bigger price tag? Think again.

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Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home?

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You’ve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now?

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Many Veterans Don’t Know about This VA Home Loan Benefit

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For 80 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans buy a home.

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Common Real Estate Terms Explained

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If you’re a first-time homebuyer, chances are you’ll come across some terms you’re not familiar with.

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What Buyers Need To Know About Homeowners Association Fees

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When buying a home, you’re probably thinking about mortgage rates, home prices, your down payment, and maybe even your closing costs. But you may not be thinking about homeowners association (HOA) fees.

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Don’t Let Student Loans Hold You Back from Homeownership

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Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home.

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