First-Time Homebuyers

Latest First-Time Homebuyer Articles

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  How to get a USDA loan

  Here’s how to know if you’re eligible for a USDA loan, and how to apply.

  3 min read Jul 06, 2022
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  First-time homebuyer qualifications

  The term “first-time homebuyer” can be misleading.

  2 min read Jun 29, 2022
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  3 percent down mortgages: A guide to your options

  You don’t have to have a 20 percent down payment to get a mortgage.

  3 min read Jun 15, 2022
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  Closing documents: A guide for homebuyers

  Be prepared for closing day with this checklist.

  4 min read Jun 15, 2022
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  Study finds Hispanic homebuyers most likely to use risky, nontraditional financing

  Research shows Hispanic homebuyers are most likely to pursue riskier financing.

  4 min read May 31, 2022
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  How to find the best FHA mortgage lender

  If you’re having trouble qualifying for a mortgage, this government program can help.

  5 min read May 25, 2022
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  What is a first mortgage?

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

  2 min read May 25, 2022
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  Buying amid affordability squeeze? Here’s how homebuyers can cope

  If you’re stretching to buy a home, here are some tips.

  7 min read May 23, 2022
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  The final walk-through before closing: A checklist

  There are several items you should confirm during the final walk-through of a home.

  2 min read May 17, 2022
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  Real estate agents reinvent ‘love letters’ as competition heats up

  Real estate agents are experimenting with a new approach to love letters.

  3 min read May 16, 2022