First time home buyer guide

1. Save for a down payment
2. Check credit score
3. Get pre-approved
4. Find an agent
5. Search for a home
6. Make an offer
7. Make a ‘good-faith’ or escrow deposit
8. Get a home inspection
9. Get a home appraisal
10. Head to closing

Benefits to Owning a Home

Benefits to Owning a HomePride of Ownership Unlike renting, your monthly payments will not go to a landlord, but towards the ultimate ownership of your home. Retirement Savings Long-term home ownership provides financial security for retirement through the growth of...

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How to Purchase a Foreclosure

5 Steps To Buying A Foreclosed HomeBuying a foreclosed home can seem daunting, following these five steps will help make the process a little easier. 1. Find an experienced real estate agent 2. Get a preapproval letter. 3. Look at “comps” before making an offer. 4....

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How To Purchase A Short Sale

Short Sale: How To Purchase OneThe Short Sale Process A short sale is when a property is sold for less than what the homeowner owes on their mortgage balance. In a short sale, the seller’s agent is responsible for listing the property and collecting the “financial...

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Moving Day Tips

Moving Day TipsDon't Forget to Update Your Address With: Banks Utilities Employers Insurance Credit Cards Drivers License / Other Licenses Subscriptions Friends + Family

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