First-Time Homebuyers

If you’re new to buying a home, here’s what you can expect and how to navigate the process

Latest First-Time Homebuyer Articles

5 home inspection mistakes to avoid at all costs

A home inspection evaluates a home’s condition. Here are five mistakes to avoid.

6 min read Apr 03, 2023
Deed vs title: What’s the difference?

They both related to property ownership, but one is a physical thing and the other is abstract.

4 min read Mar 16, 2023
The best and worst places for first-time homebuyers 2023

Bankrate’s new study crunched the data to find the most — and least — attractive places for first-time homebuyers.

5 min read Feb 27, 2023
Mortgage escrow account pros and cons

Unless your lender insists, you may not want to use one. Here’s why.

6 min read Dec 22, 2022
Average credit score to buy a house

Some types of mortgages have specific minimum credit score requirements.

5 min read Dec 13, 2022
Buying a house with no money down

It’s not easy. And even if you can, it may not be a good idea.

7 min read Dec 06, 2022
Understanding escrow: How it works in homebuying

It’s not complicated, but it involves several steps. Here’s how to navigate them.

6 min read Oct 07, 2022
What is mortgage escrow?

It’s an often-inescapable fact of homebuying and homeowning life.

5 min read Sep 26, 2022
Top real estate apps

Here are options for finding the perfect property.

7 min read Sep 16, 2022
Choosing a real estate agent

When making the biggest purchase or sale of your life, you want to work with someone you can trust.

4 min read Sep 16, 2022

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