How big should your down payment be? Hint: It doesn't have to be 20%.
A down payment is when you pay a fraction of the cost of a home upfront and take out a loan to cover the rest.
May 16, 2025
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How to make your offer for a home stand out from everyone else's
A nationwide shortage of listings has created intense competition among buyers — many of whom will be submitting offers to purchase the same small pool of properties in a given community. It's commonplace for homebuyers to see their offers rejected a dozen times because someone else has put forth a stronger purchase package.
May 15, 2025 -
The do’s and don’ts of buying land
Buying land presents an investment opportunity and a blank slate to get creative, but proceed with caution if you intend to build a house on it. This is especially true if the land is not in a residential subdivision, because a developer is not preparing the site for construction. That said ...
May 15, 2025 -
Can you buy a house if you have a lot of personal debt?
If you plan to buy a home with a mortgage, your lender will want to know what kind of debt you have. But some things are more important than others, experts say, and even if you have debt, you can still buy a house.
May 15, 2025 -
12 questions buyers can ask prospective agents
Interviewing several real estate agents to find the one best suited for your needs is a standard, welcome practice that can make or break a buying experience.
May 01, 2025 -
The pros and cons of living near the water
Living near the water brings a sense of serenity, a connection known as the "Blue Mind."
May 01, 2025 -
What does contingent mean?
Sometimes a home for sale will be listed as "active" one day and "contingent" the next.
Jan 01, 2025