No matter where in the country you're buying, you're sure to encounter escrow at some point in the home transaction. If you're entirely new to buying a home, then buzzwords like this can sound scary at first. But don't worry, it's not as bad as it sounds. Escrow...
Anyone looking to buy a home faces a major obstacle, coming up with that hefty down payment. The standard advice is to have a least 20% of the purchase price saved up, and for good reason. Sure, there are mortgage options that allow you to make a down payment of less...
There's a lot to consider when choosing a home to buy. But when you have kids an extra layer of complexity gets added. You'll have to consider not just their needs and wants, but also their safety. If you're a new parent, then you'll soon develop a skill for scanning...
So you've found your dream home and are ready to make an offer. This offer will be presented in the form of a purchase contract, often referred to simply as the contract. This is one of the most crucial documents in a home purchase transaction. While there's a lot of...
Buying a home is a massive decision, so it pays to do it right. The home viewing will be your first step in evaluating a purchase. This can be part of an open house or a private viewing arranged through the listing agent. Whichever one it is, you should go in looking...
When you reach your early 20's, buying a home can seem like a far-off goal. After all, your early 20's is the time when you should be enjoying your youth, building your career and making the most of the abundant opportunities before you. But actually, buying a home...
Viewing homes can be an exciting process, especially if it's your first home. You get to walk through each room of an open house and visualize how you would use the space and make it your own. All the while, enjoying the tour by the listing agent and (maybe)...
Buying a home is an exciting time, especially if you're a first-time buyer. After all, you're looking for the perfect future home that will serve you in the years ahead. But before you can put down those roots you need to navigate the home buying process. This can...
The home buying process has a lot of steps to it and one of the most confusing for buyers will be the mortgage process. But if you need a loan to buy your dream home then it's essential that you understand every step of the way. In your research, you'll likely have...