Home Buying Process

You’ve scrimped and saved for years, and the moment has finally arrived: You’re closing on your first house. Tens of thousands of dollars are... Read more

Every homeowner says the expenses never end once you buy a house. And a new study from Zillow shows that’s true even when you’re trying to get... Read more

Should I buy a house now or wait? It’s a question on the minds of so many young adults today. And that’s no surprise; buying a house is... Read more

When you’re in the market to buy a house, there’s a good chance you’re focusing on the price of each home. After all, you’re... Read more

When I went through the home buying process, I knew I wanted to get as close to perfect as possible. After all, you can’t just get up and... Read more

For many first-time homebuyers, coming up with a down payment is difficult. Maybe you’re saving up to start a family or you’ve got student... Read more

One of the biggest financial steps you’ll take in your life is getting a mortgage. Before you start looking for a home, it helps to know how much a... Read more

The days of putting a 20 percent down payment on a home are over — plenty of programs now make it possible to buy a home with a low down payment.... Read more

When my husband (then fiancé) and I began preparing to purchase our first home, I was a burden. I know what you’re thinking — my writing career... Read more

If you’re getting serious about buying a house, one of the best things you can do is get preapproval for a home loan. Without a preapproved... Read more

When you think of real estate websites, the first one that comes to mind is probably Zillow. Zillow is the original real estate website. It can help... Read more

Ask someone the question, “How much should I spend on a house?” and there’s a good chance that they will respond with the 30 percent rule. The... Read more