First-Time Homebuyers

Latest First-Time Homebuyer Articles

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  Mortgage rate forecast for July 2021: Rates likely to inch up or stay the same

  Mortgage rates have defied predictions for more than a year now.

  5 min read Jul 01, 2021
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  First-time homebuyer programs by state

  Most states offer first-time homebuyer loan programs.

  4 min read Jun 08, 2021
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  Mortgage rate forecast for June 2021: Expect rates to creep up

  If you’re considering a mortgage refi, the time is nigh. Rates are poised to climb.

  4 min read May 31, 2021
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  What is mortgage insurance? Here’s what it is and how it works

  While mortgage insurance primarily benefits the lender, it does serve a purpose for the borrower.

  3 min read Jun 01, 2021
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  Marriage or mortgage? Financially speaking, there’s a clear winner

  More couples are recognizing there’s a compelling case to be made for homeownership.

  3 min read May 27, 2021
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  What is a first mortgage?

  A first mortgage is the primary loan obtained for a property.

  2 min read May 24, 2021
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  Inflation is back: But does that mean mortgage rates will rise?

  The rate of inflation has remained below the average rate of a 30-year mortgage for four decades. Until now.

  4 min read May 21, 2021
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  What are the costs associated with buying a home?

  The costs associated with buying a home go beyond the mortgage payment.

  4 min read May 12, 2021
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  Housing market on fire: 5 ways this boom is nothing like the last one

  Liar loans are long gone. So are shady lending practices. And a new demographic waves are boosting demand.

  3 min read May 06, 2021
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  5 steps to shop for a mortgage without hurting your credit score

  Protecting your credit score is important when shopping for a mortgage.

  2 min read May 04, 2021