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Tools and tips to get you ready on your homebuying journey.
So, you’re thinking about buying a home...
Our Fact or Fiction Quiz can help you stay on top of your game and be ready to roll when you find your new place.

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Whether you're a first time home buyer or moving on to a new place, here are a few tips to help get you on your way.
- Get a copy of your credit report
- Get prequalified before house hunting
- Know your down payment options
- Explore neighborhoods
- Hire an experienced real estate agent
- Budget for all home ownership costs
- Know your debt-to-income ratio
- Explore first-time home buyer programs
- Know the types of loans available
Affordability calculator
Want to see how much home you can afford? Enter your information and let our free affordability calculator do the rest.

First-time Homebuyers
Here are some simple tips to prepare you for buying your first home.
First-time buyers share lessons to help you through the process.
Learn the difference between the annual percentage rate (APR) and the interest rate.
Ready to move on?
Check out these sections to continue on your home buying journey.

