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Buying a home and wondering if yourinspectionis necessary? While some buyers may decide towaivetheir inspection, its risky decision.Yourhome inspectionis a crucial step in the homebuying process. Itassessesthe condition of the home you plan to purchase, so you can avoid costly surprises down the roa [Read More]

If youre thinking of buying a home, youre probably wondering what you need to save for your down payment. Is it 20% of the purchase price, or could you put down less? While there are lower down payment programs available that allow qualified buyers to put down as little as 3.5%, its important to und [Read More]

Many consumers are wondering what will happen with home values over the next few years.Some are concerned that the recent run-up in home prices will lead to a situation similar to the housing crash 15 years ago.However, experts say the market is totally different today. For example, Odeta Kushi, Dep [Read More]

Since the number of homes for sale is low today, it can feel challenging to find one that checks all your boxes. But if you know which features are absolutely essential in your next home and which ones are just nice bonuses, you can land a home that fits your needs.Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for [Read More]

Are you in the process of considering whether to purchase a home? If so, you may be wondering about the steps you should take beforemaking an offer on the house.Lets look at some of the key things to consider before placing an offer on a property you love. Being well prepared will put you in a bette [Read More]

Homebuyer confidence slipped in March after rebounding slightly in February, as measured by theFannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index, whichdropped 2.1 points to 73.2. Consumers are well-attuned to the challenges facing buyers from higher mortgage rates torapidly rising home pricesto a near all-ti [Read More]

The thought of getting (and staying) organized spurs a variety of reactions in different people. Some consider it a quick but necessary chore, while others see it as an insurmountable obstacle. However, organization isn't just a way toget your physical belongings in order. It can also help build con [Read More]

Are you considering buying a new home? Have you already bought a new home, and are now wondering what you should do next? Theres no doubt youve heard that buying a home is the biggest investment you are ever going to make. What you probably arent told is how to care for your new investment, and what [Read More]

Figuring out how to deal with bad neighbors can be a major struggle. Theres nothing worse thanbuying a houseand then realizing you have nightmare neighbors. But you dont just have to grin and bear your neighbors undesirable behavior or tension on the block. With the right approach, you can turn it i [Read More]

If youre thinking of buying a home today, you already know that the number of homes available for sale is low. But what does that really mean for you? As a buyer, low housing supply coupled with high buyer demand means you should be prepared to navigate a highly competitive market where homes sell f [Read More]