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Buying your first home

Don't buy a house until you are sure you're ready. A common money mistake is to become overburdened with too much debt from a huge mortgage, new furnishings and a new car.

The time's right? Then do your homework. Preparing to buy a home is as important as finding the right home.

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-- Posted: Jan. 20, 2003

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