Buying a home - Page 24

Today's young adults are willing to sacrifice some comforts to keep their costs down when they buy a home. But other amenities are still considered indispensable.

Seeing the word “bargain” in a listing doesn’t make it true. In fact, according to a new analysis, in more than a third of the nation’s largest housing markets, most “bargain” home listings offer little or no savings at all.

Average down payments aren't as big as you think. Most home buyers only put down about 5%. Find out the right down payment level for you.

Understand that your lender can approve you as a borrower, but refuse to finance the property you choose. That doesn't cancel mortgage approval for you, but it does for that property.

Should you get pre-qualified or pre-approved before you shop for homes? Learn about pre-qualification versus pre-approval here.

You don't need great credit to buy a house. In fact, credit scores of just 580-620 can often qualify for a mortgage.

Condo vs. house: Which is better? Both have their benefits and drawbacks. Learn more about both options here.

When you apply for a mortgage, there's a lot of paperwork involved and hoops to hop through. This checklist puts it together for you.

Moving to your new home was easier when you had college friends, pizza, and just a few carloads of personal items. Now you have a family, pets, furniture that does not involve crates and concrete blocks. And a mortgage. So consider this list before scheduling moving day.

Here's how to find out how much mortgage you can qualify for. Use our simple calculators to estimate your budget.

This fall may be the best time to buy a home, judging from current real estate data and mortgage rate trends. Here's why you might want to get off the fence now if considering a home purchase.

Should you buy or rent? It's not an easy decision, but one that you can make if you take a look at your situation.

If you owe back child support, can you qualify for a mortgage to buy a home?

Mortgage pre-qualification is the first step you should take once you have decided to buy a home. The process forces you to look at your finances and decide what you really can afford to spend on property.

Hiring a real estate agent: Follow these tips for a great home-buying experience.

Are you a first time home buyer wondering if you qualify to buy a home? Of it now is the right time for you? Here's what to consider.

Millennials are coming up with new ways to solve an old problem: how to save a down payment for your home. And they are getting it done. Here's how.

When you buy a house, plan to stay awhile. That's easier to do if you choose one of the top ten cities, and avoid the ones everyone wants to leave.

Multifamily homes can put a roof over your head and generate income as well. What's not to like about this great investment option?

When shopping for a mortgage, you'll choose a product from several types of home loans. Here are the drawbacks and advantages of each typ of mortgage, and how to choose your next mortgage.