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How Do I Qualify for a First Time Homebuyer Grant?

If you’re looking to buy your first home but need a little financial help, you have options! Many people think owning a home is a pipe...

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Do FHA Loans Have Closing Costs?

For first-time homebuyers or buyers with low-to-moderate income or credit, an FHA loan is an excellent option.

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How to Budget for a House While You're Still Renting

The housing market is challenging these days, especially for first-time homebuyers. Real estate prices are high, but so is rent. How can...

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Benefits of a VA Loan

Are you among the roughly 18 million Americans, or about 7 percent of the adult population who are veterans? The government acknowledges...

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How Can I Get Money for a Down Payment?

Many homeowners will say that saving up for the down payment is the hardest part of the home-buying process. To avoid paying Private...

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How Do I Get a Conventional Loan?

When shopping around for a mortgage, you’ll likely encounter many terms related to types of loans. For instance, conventional loans are one...

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What Does Buying a Home “As-is” Mean?

In a competitive real estate market, you might be tempted to buy a house “as-is.” But is it a good idea and what does it mean? Here's what...

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What Should I Do Before I Talk to a Lender?

Applying for a mortgage can be a bit scary, especially if you’re not familiar with the process. Besides, who wouldn’t be nervous dealing...

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Why You Should Never Skip a Home Inspection

There’s nothing worse than finding what you think is your dream home only to find out it’s a nightmare because you didn’t do your due...

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How Do I Know What House to Buy?

So, you want to buy a house? Great! Now what? If you have already worked through the process of determining when to buy, it’s time to take...

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