Buying a home | Homebuying 101
Start your homebuying journey with confidence
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How to start preapproval for a mortgage
Prequalifying can save every homebuyer a lot of time and show a seller you're in a financial position to purchase a home.
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Down payment assistance: What it is and how it works
Dream of owning a house but can’t afford the down payment needed to get a home loan? Learn more about how to get down payment assistance.
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10 tips for first-time homebuyers
Buying a home for the first time is a new experiences. Read our top 10 first-time home-buyer tips to help guide you through the process.
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How to know when you're ready to buy a house
Lenders want you to be financially stable before applying for a home mortgage. But do you really know what financial stability looks like to a lender?
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How home inspections work
A home inspection is a vital part of the homebuying process. Understand why you need one, how they work and what to expect.
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5 mistakes first-time home buyers make
Learn 5 mistakes first-time homebuyers make and how to avoid them to make your home-buying process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
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How to save money when buying a house
Learn how you can save money when buying a house, as well as different ways to save even after purchasing your home.
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How to buy a home in foreclosure
Found the perfect house but it's in foreclosure? Decide whether to buy a house in foreclosure and learn how it affects the homebuying process.
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10 tips for first-time homebuyers
Buying a home for the first time is a new experiences. Read our top 10 first-time home-buyer tips to help guide you through the process.