WHY HAVE AN INSPECTION BEFORE BUYING
Inspecting the physical condition of a house is an important part of the home-buying process and should be included in your purchase...
10 THINGS THAT MAKE A NEIGHBORHOOD TRULY GREAT
When you’re in the market for a new place to live, it helps to remember the golden rule of real estate: You’re not just buying a home -...
CLOSING COSTS FOR BUYERS
Closing costs are fees associated with your home purchase that are paid at the closing of a real estate transaction. Closing costs vary...
SHOULD I BUY REAL ESTATE UNDER A LLC?
If you own your own business, chances are you have a limited liability company (LLC) or, at the very least, you know what that is....
MAIN CONTINGENCIES IN A PURCHASE CONTRACT
How do you write a contract so that yours is the one that gets accepted? The goal is to find out what’s important to the seller and...
WHAT MAKES A STRONG OFFER?
How do you write a contract so that yours is the one that gets accepted? The goal is to find out what’s important to the seller and...
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BUY A HOME WITH FINANCING?
Buying a home entails numerous upfront costs. Some are paid out-of-pocket after the seller accepts your purchase offer, while others are...
5 REASONS TO WORK WITH A REALTOR
Dear home buyer (or seller!)—we know you can do it on your own. But you really, really shouldn't. This is likely the biggest financial...
MOST COMMON HOME LOANS FOR BUYERS
If you're shopping for a home you should be shopping for a home loan as well. Where you live, how long you plan to stay, and other...
FINANCING REQUIREMENTS TO BUY A HOME
Mortgage lenders require paperwork that verifies every facet of your financial life: income, debts, assets and more. The lender will...
