- Homebuyers
- April 16, 2025
Existing Homes vs. New Home Construction: Which Option is Right for You?
Shopping for a home is so much more than location and square footage. Buyers must also choose between existing homes and new construction.
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- Homebuyers
- April 8, 2025
What is a Lowball Offer on a Home? The Pros, Cons, Pitfalls, and How to Do It Right
In today’s housing market, where home prices sometimes seem stubbornly out of reach, some buyers are taking a different approach: Making lowball offers.
- Homebuyers
- April 1, 2025
How to Financially Prepare for Buying a Home in 2025
April is Financial Literacy Month. That means it’s time to take stock of your money habits, learn new financial skills, and figure out your big-picture goals. For many people, one of those goals is buying a home.
- Homebuyers
- March 25, 2025
Planning to Use a 0% Down USDA Loan? What To Know About USDA Appraisals
Homebuyers using a USDA loan must undergo a USDA appraisal. Here's what that entails.
- Homebuyers
- March 21, 2025
Who's Who in Buying a Home? Meet the Team That Makes It Happen
Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you may ever make. That’s why it’s so important to have a team of professionals working alongside you to help make your dream of homeownership possible.
- Homebuyers
- March 6, 2025
Condo Conundrum: Your Guide on How to Purchase a Condo with an FHA Loan
Getting an FHA loan for a condo can be tricky. Here's what buyers need to know.
- Homebuyers
- February 7, 2025
What's Really in Your Monthly Mortgage Payment? Breaking Down the Costs
Confused by your mortgage payment? Learn how principal, interest, escrow, and other costs come together to make homeownership a smart, long-term investment.
- Homebuyers
- February 4, 2025
What is Title Insurance? And How Can It Save You Money in The Long Run?
If you’ve ever bought a home before, you’ve probably dealt with title insurance in some form or fashion. But what exactly is title insurance and why is it important?
- Homebuyers
- January 31, 2025
Thinking of Buying a Home? You May Want to Start with a Mortgage Pre-Qualification
A mortgage pre-qualification can be an important first in the homebuying process.
- Homebuyers
- January 28, 2025
Navigating a Shifting Market: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know in Early 2025
Explore key insights for navigating the unpredictable real estate market in early 2025, with expert advice for both buyers and sellers facing steady mortgage rates and increasing competition.
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