Buying A Home

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• FHA down payment requirements: Homeownership without a big savings account

  These loans are made for folks who are struggling to afford a home of their own.

  3 min read May 06, 2021

  

• Why are house prices going up, and how long will it last?

  Homebuyers will have to be especially savvy as low supply and rising prices make this a strong seller’s market.

  3 min read May 04, 2021

  

• 5 steps to shop for a mortgage without hurting your credit score

  Protecting your credit score is important when shopping for a mortgage.

  2 min read May 04, 2021

  

• Average mortgage closing costs by state

  Here are the most and least expensive markets when it comes to closing costs.

  1 min read May 03, 2021

  

• In a hyper-competitive market, how to find a real estate agent who won’t let you down

  The real estate agent can make or break your home search or sale.

  3 min read May 03, 2021

  

• In the military and going overseas? You can still get a mortgage — here’s how

  VA loans can make a home more affordable, and you can get one while you’re deployed.

  4 min read Apr 30, 2021

  

• How to prepare for FHA appraisal requirements

  Learn all about this key step in the FHA mortgage process.

  5 min read Apr 27, 2021

  

• Compradores hispanos a punto de convertirse en la fuerza dominante en el mercado de la vivienda

  “Es imperativo que nos concentremos en la comunidad hispana”, dijo Mark O’Donovan, director ejecutivo de préstamos hipotecarios de Chase.

  3 min read Apr 26, 2021

  

• Are condos a good investment?

  Before you begin your search, be sure to have clear goals and run the numbers.

  4 min read Apr 22, 2021

  

• Are home warranties worth it?

  Learn what a home warranty covers and when it’s a good idea to get one.

  5 min read Apr 21, 2021