20 Dec 19

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Hoping to Buy a Home in the New Year? January Is the New Hot Month to Start Looking

The home-buying season used to kick off sometime in spring, as the snow began to melt and people tried to

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01 Dec 19

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Step 10. Building Wealth through Homeownership

Buying a home is viewed as a symbol of the “American Dream” for many and provides a sense of security

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01 Nov 19

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Step 9. Closing on A Home

Finally, the home stretch of the buying process: Closing! All inspections have been completed and the appraisal has been processed.

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01 Oct 19

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Step 8. Purchasing Home Insurance

  Now that such a large investment is drawing to a close, it only makes sense to insure the property

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05 Sep 19

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Stop Making Excuses! Busting the Most Common Reasons for Not Buying a Home

Owning a home means you can build equity, take advantage of tax deductions, and partake in a little something called

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01 Sep 19

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Step 7. Home Buying Appraisals

Once under contract, lenders require an appraisal prior to closing. An appraisal is quite different from a home inspection. A

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01 Jul 19

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Step 5. Real Estate Contract Negotiation

As a buyer, finding the perfect home in a realistic budget can be one of the most exciting purchases in

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14 Jun 19

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Four Things to Figure Out Before Buying Your First Property

Barring unexpected downturns in the market, housing and real estate is one of the most reliable and profitable investments you

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01 Jun 19

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Step 4. Shopping for a Home

Looking at homes can be an exciting adventure. Once you decide you’re purchasing a home, window shopping becomes a more

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