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

2022 New Hampshire first-time homebuyer assistance programs

If you’re a first-time homebuyer in New Hampshire, help is available.

3 min read Apr 21, 2022
Fixed-rate mortgages: What they are and how they work

You’ll never be surprised by the mortgage charges in your monthly payment.

6 min read Apr 21, 2022
Real estate closing costs: What are they and how much do they cost?

Closing costs can add up fast, but you may be able to avoid them.

5 min read Apr 20, 2022
How to get preapproved for a mortgage

If you’re looking to buy a home, one of the first steps you should take is getting preapproved.

7 min read Apr 20, 2022
2022 North Dakota first-time homebuyer assistance programs

If you’re a first-time homebuyer in North Dakota, help is available.

3 min read Apr 20, 2022
5 key steps in the mortgage underwriting process

Know what to expect from start to finish when lenders qualify you for a home loan.

8 min read Apr 20, 2022
2022 North Carolina first-time homebuyer assistance programs

If you’re a first-time homebuyer in North Carolina, help is available.

2 min read Apr 20, 2022
2022 Ohio first-time homebuyer assistance programs

If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Ohio, help is available.

4 min read Apr 20, 2022
2022 Oklahoma first-time homebuyer assistance programs

If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Oklahoma, help is available.

3 min read Apr 20, 2022
Prequalified vs. preapproved: What’s the difference?

These two terms may sound similar, but they aren’t.

6 min read Apr 19, 2022

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