First-Time Homebuyers

Latest First-Time Homebuyer Articles

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  How to improve your credit score for a mortgage

  The higher your score, the better your approval chances, and the lower the interest rate.

  4 min read Apr 27, 2023
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  Broker vs. agent vs. Realtor: What’s the difference?

  Buying or selling a home? Understand the roles of the real estate pros who can help.

  4 min read Apr 26, 2023
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  Guide to first-time homebuyer loans and programs

  A comprehensive guide to grants and other tools that can make your homeownership dreams come true.

  11 min read Apr 24, 2023
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  Mortgage lenders vs banks: Deciding where to get your mortgage

  Although lenders can provide the same end product, not all are created equally.

  4 min read Apr 24, 2023
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  HFA Loans: Everything you need to know

  HFA loans are designed to make homeownership more affordable.

  7 min read Apr 21, 2023
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  What is a mortgage origination fee?

  Here’s how much the fee costs and whether you can negotiate it.

  6 min read Apr 18, 2023
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  What is mortgage insurance?

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

  4 min read Apr 13, 2023
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  What is a mortgage commitment letter?

  It means you’ve got financing to buy a home — probably. But it’s far from a done deal.

  6 min read Apr 12, 2023
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  What is a down payment?

  A home down payment is the part of a home’s purchase price you pay upfront.

  5 min read Apr 12, 2023
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  What is a mortgage interest rate?

  If this is your first time getting a mortgage, here are the basics on interest rates.

  4 min read Apr 12, 2023