Buying your first home comes with many big decisions and can be as scary as it is exciting. It’s easy to get swept up in the whirlwind of home shopping and make mistakes that could leave you with buyer’s remorse later. If this is your first rodeo as a homebuyer […]

Most people would buy a home if it weren’t for this one thing Homeownership has long been the American Dream. But for many, it seems that money (or the lack thereof, more specifically) is the only thing standing in the way of that dream. According to a recent survey from […]

Know the true cost of homeownership Think you’re getting a raw deal by renting your digs? The truth is that homeownership will put you on the hook for big-ticket expenses you don’t have as a renter. In addition to your monthly mortgage payment, you’ll also have to pay property taxes, […]

Buying a house is exciting, emotional as well as stressful. Whether you are a first-time buyer or have experience in buying homes, it will always be everyday stress. Even though you try hard to have done all things smoothly, you may face several hurdles. For instance, a seller can be […]

There are right ways and wrong ways to buy a home. The latter of which will cost you a lot of unnecessary money, stress, and frustration. Use best practices, however — as offered by real estate experts below — and you’ll walk away a winner with a smile on your […]

Reader question: We’re hoping to buy a home in the future. A buddy of ours who’s a realtor said we should get pre qualified for a home mortgage. What does the pre approval process involve? How’s it different from pre qualification? . You are not alone in wondering this. Last […]

Wouldn’t it be nice if life came with step-by-step instructions? Now it does! We break down how to master pretty much any money-related task right here in our “How to Do Everything” series. Whatever the goal, we’ll cover the steps to take and things to know to reach your next […]

If you’d like to buy a house, you may think your first step should be driving by homes you’re interested in or visiting an open house. But the home buying process should start before you ever look at a single home. That way, you’ll be in the best possible financial […]

Buying a house is, even in the simplest transactions, never easy. It’s frustratingly bureaucratic. It’s stressful. But, if all goes well, it’s something you won’t regret. And if you just want to kick back in your new home and relax without a care, here are five things you should do […]

The ultimate guide to buying a home in your 20s In your 20s, buying a home may seem like a pipe dream. You’re a recent graduate, you’re dealing with student loan debt, and you’re doing it all on an entry-level salary with no raise in sight. Though home buying might […]