Homebuyer education courses: VA, HUD, and more
Homebuyer education courses: VA, HUD, and more If you’re ready to make the leap from renting to owning your own home, homebuyer education courses can [...]
First-time homebuyer grants and down payment assistance
First-time homebuyer grants and down payment assistance With homebuyer grants and down payment assistance (DPA) programs, you could be a homeowner sooner than [...]
What if my mortgage pre-approval expires?
What if my mortgage pre-approval expires? Mortgage pre-approval is a written commitment of how much you’re qualified to borrow to buy a home. In [...]
How to become a homeowner
How to become a homeowner Are you counting down the days until you can become a first-time homeowner but aren’t sure where to [...]
An introduction to accessory dwelling units (ADU)
An introduction to accessory dwelling units (ADU) More homeowners across the country are choosing to add accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, to their [...]
Energy-efficient homes
Energy-efficient homes From recycling bottles and cans to hanging clothes to dry, there are many ways to make the world a little greener every [...]
How much money should you save before buying a home?
How much money should you save before buying a home? Before browsing online listings, creating a budget for homebuying expenses is an excellent way to [...]
The difference between pre-approval and pre-qualification
The difference between pre-approval and pre-qualification If you’re considering buying a home, it’s helpful to understand that pre-approval is not the same as [...]
How to buy a house in another state
How to buy a home in another state A lot has changed recently about where we live and work. With the rise of telecommuting, a [...]
How many times your credit is checked for a mortgage application
Understanding how many times your credit is checked for a mortgage application Learn more about credit checks before starting your home search, so [...]