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
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Slow condo price growth may be opportunity for first-time homebuyers
Are soft condo prices a sign of cracks in the red-hot housing market?
4 min read Apr 12, 2021 -
Big bank or local lender? Deciding where to get your mortgage
Although lenders can provide the same end product, not all are created equally.
3 min read Apr 07, 2021 -
Shopping multiple mortgage lenders saves: Here’s how much
We can prove how important it is to obtain rate offers from multiple mortgage lenders.
4 min read Apr 02, 2021 -
Weekly mortgage Q&A: Advice for first-time homebuyers in a tough market
Darrin Q. English from Quontic Bank in New York offers advice for first-time homebuyers.
2 min read Mar 29, 2021 -
What is PITI on a mortgage?
Lenders look at PITI to help determine whether you’ll be able to repay your loan.
3 min read Mar 24, 2021 -
COVID spurs early start to spring homebuying season: ‘A mad dash’
Inventory is low, and so are mortgage rates. That’s fueling a homebuying frenzy.
3 min read Mar 11, 2021 -
6 of the best real estate apps
Here are options for finding the perfect property.
2 min read Feb 23, 2021 -
Get help with homebuying with a Community Seconds or Affordable Seconds mortgage
These programs can help you buy a home if you don’t have a lot of money saved.
3 min read Feb 09, 2021 -
First-time homebuyer? Here are 6 questions to ask yourself
Grooming your credit score and researching the housing market are on your to-do list.
3 min read Feb 08, 2021 -
How does rent-to-own work?
Learn the pros and cons of a rent-to-own agreement.
8 min read Feb 08, 2021
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