Posts with tag 'first time home buyers'

It's one thing to dream of buying a home, but it's another thing to actually do it. Buying a home is a complex process and if you aren't at least somewhat familiar with how it works, the experience could be confusing, and in some cases even frustrating, right from the start.

The reality is, buyer confusion is one of the main reasons why people get into trouble with their home loans, and it was just one of many factors that caused the housing market to go south a few years ago. That's why it's so important to have a basic understanding of the terms used throughout the home buying process. This guide will help y...

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Buying a new house is an exciting adventure to embark on. Whether you are a newlywed just beginning your life with your significant other or a retiree looking to downsize, purchasing a new home is a time of new beginnings. Despite all of the anticipation of owning a new home, there are some housekeeping items that should be taken care of prior to settling in.

Committing to a Final Walk Through

As eager as you may be to finally move in after weeks of paperwork and waiting, completing a 

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Homes cost a lot of money to maintain. But are you spending extra money unnecessarily on the upkeep of your home? Here are 10 of the most expensive mistakes you could be making in your home.

1. Using Traditional Light bulbs

If you still have incandescent light bulbs in your home, you could be throwing a lot of money away every month on inflated electric bills. Over its life span, an incandescent bulb can use $180 worth of electricity. A CFL will only use $41 worth of electricity over the same time period. Even better is the...

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If you're a first time home buyer, you're in luck. Why? Because the new home building trends that are currently at work in the real estate market are exactly what a new home buyer wants to see.

But, if there's one thing that's certain about the real estate market – things change very quickly! Therefore, if you're thinking about buying a home this year, then you need to get serious because who know how long these trends will last.

Here's a breakdown of the new home building trends that are great for first-time home buyers.

Homes Are Affordable, But Who Knows for How Long?

Homes prices are still relatively affordable around the country, but that is changing. Gradually, home prices are starting to climb bac...

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