First-Time Homebuyers

Latest First-Time Homebuyer Articles

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  Best mortgage lenders in Texas in 2022

  Here are some of the best mortgage lenders in Texas.

  4 min read Jan 12, 2022
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  Best mortgage lenders in California in 2022

  Here are some of the best mortgage lenders in California.

  5 min read Jan 11, 2022
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  7 tips for buying a condo in 2022

  Condos can be complicated. Asking these questions can help you spot trouble early.

  9 min read Jan 03, 2022
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  FHA loans: Everything you need to know in 2022

  FHA loans can help borrowers with less-than-ideal credit and small down payments.

  8 min read Jan 03, 2022
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  How to buy a house with no money down

  Explore these loan options if you want a house but your savings are small.

  6 min read Dec 21, 2021
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  Understanding the escrow process

  The mortgage escrow process involves several phases.

  5 min read Dec 20, 2021
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  How to make an offer on a house: 7 steps

  Learn what to include an offer to buy a house to get your bid noticed.

  6 min read Dec 14, 2021
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  5 types of mortgage loans for homebuyers

  These days, homebuyers have fewer home loan options. We explain what they are and how they work.

  7 min read Dec 13, 2021
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  Is that house you’re considering a flip? Here’s what to know

  A flipped house may need more work than it seems. Here’s to look out for if you’re considering a flipped home.

  3 min read Dec 10, 2021
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  What is PMI? Guide to how private mortgage insurance works

  Find out why lenders impose this extra mortgage cost, and what to do about it.

  7 min read Dec 09, 2021