First-Time Home Buyer Tips

Buying your first home is an exhilarating and often overwhelming experience. In this post, we'll take you through some key tips for first-time home buyers so you get the home you want for the best price.

How Much Does Refinancing a Mortgage Cost?

Mortgage refinances aren't free. In this post, we'll examine how much they cost, as well as additional considerations that factor into the total cost of refinancing a mortgage.

What's The Difference Between a Mortgage Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval?

Mortgage pre-qualification and mortgage pre-approval are both tools that can give you an idea of how much house you can afford, but they aren’t the same. Here’s a closer look at mortgage pre-qualification vs. pre-approval and how each one can help you on your homebuying journey.

How Old Do You Have to Be to Buy a House?

In the US, you have to be at least 18 years old to buy a house. However, there are additional requirements for first time buyers that relate to your age, so continue reading to learn more.

How Long Does It Take to Buy a House?

The duration it takes to buy a home ultimately depends on your situation. However, there are some general timeframes to keep in mind, and we'll walk you through those in this post.

How to Make an Offer on a House

So you've done all of the prep work, and found a house you love. Now how do you make an offer on that house? This post will walk you through all of the considerations as well as the process for making an offer on a house.

What You Need in Order to Buy a House

Buying a home is a dream for many. In this post, we'll walk you through everything you should do before you buy a home.

What’s a Conventional Mortgage?

Conventional mortgages are one of the core home loan options you have when buying a home. In this post, we'll guide you through what it is, and how it differs from other government-backed home loans.

How to Get a Home Loan With Poor Credit

Looking to buy a home, but your credit score isn't great? In this post, we'll walk you through your options to buy a home and what you can do to improve your odds to get approved for a home loan.

How to Get a Mortgage Pre-Qualification

For many homebuying hopefuls, getting pre-qualified is the first step on the road to homeownership. In this post, we'll show you how to get a mortgage pre-qualification.

How to Get a Mortgage Pre-Approval

Ready to start shopping for a home? Here, we'll walk you through everything you need to know to get mortgage pre-approvals.

How Long After Appraisal to Close?

In this post, we'll dive into exactly how long after a home appraisal you can expect to close.

How Can I Buy a House for the First Time?

Looking to buy your first home? In this post, we'll take you through everything you should expect during this exciting and often overwhelming process.

How to Buy a House in Another State

How Long Can You Get a Home Loan For?

Mortgage loan terms, or durations, have a huge affect on your monthly price. In this post, we'll discuss how long you can get a home loan for based on your situation.

How Do Interest Rates Work?

If you’re taking the time to teach yourself about finances, you’ve probably heard a little about interest rates. In this post, we'll teach you everything you need to know about what interest rates are, how they are determined, and why they matter to you.

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