10 Smart Tips For Buying A New Construction Home

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In an analysis conducted by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), it was found that there was a larger percentage of new homes, especially single-family homes, that cater to the preferences of many home buyers today. Significantly, new construction is addressing the substantial demand for homes with special features — two bathrooms, an open […]

10 Thoughtful and Heartwarming Gift Ideas for First-time Homeowners

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The spring real estate market is already here. Despite the strong competition, it’s a great time for home buyers to score their dream home because of high market inventory. And soon, there will be fresh batches of buyers who have just finished closing and will soon be moving. Purchasing a new home is a big […]

What’s In A Mortgage? Breaking Down the Components of A Mortgage Payment

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In simplest terms, a mortgage is a long-term loan designed to help borrowers purchase a house. It allows individuals to become homeowners without making a large down payment and thus, fulfilling The American Dream. Once you become a homeowner, a mortgage represents one of your life’s biggest financial commitments. So it’s important to understand the […]

The ABCs of Real Estate: Real Estate Terms Every Buyer And Seller Needs To Know

Whether you are a first-time home buyer or a third-time home seller, the real estate transaction can be confusing and stressful enough even without the many terms and acronyms used during the process. But don’t be overwhelmed — we’ve compiled a mini-glossary of the important terms you should know and familiarize yourself with to help […]

Top 5 Things Home Buyers Forget To Check During Home Viewing

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The viewing is usually the most exciting part of looking for and purchasing a home. It is the biggest purchase anyone ever makes, and home sellers usually go above and beyond when staging their homes. Because of this, home buyers find it so easy to fall in love with a home that looks great at […]

20 Smart and Simple Ways You Can Start Saving For A Down Payment On A Home

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You may think that buying a house still isn’t in your realm of possibility. In fact, you may even feel a wave of panic just thinking about where to get the money for your down payment. For many young people, saving up to buy a house is the least of their priorities, especially when you’re […]

What Is An Interest-Only Loan And Who Is It For?

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Are you considering buying a house with an interest-only loan? We rounded up the 5 most common questions about this type of loan and came up with the best answers from the experts. What is an interest-only loan? The interest-only period typically runs for 5 years (10 years max), after which the loan converts to […]