Homeownership is a dream — one that most Americans really want to make come true. Unfortunately, there are often two major roadblocks to homeownership: credit and down payments. Some people struggle with both of these issues, while others only have trouble with one. In this guide, we’re going to talk about the down payment side and potential ways to buy a home without one.
Read MoreRenting a home often feels a lot like throwing your money out the window. Every month, you pay a good chunk of your check to live in a home that belongs to someone else. When your lease is up, and you move out, the home you have been paying for stays put while you have to move onto something else. Is it any wonder that buying a home is such a common goal?
If you feel like it’s time to stop renting and start owning, there’s some good news: It’s completely possible. Take a look at the tips below to help you meet this goal.
Read MoreIf you are really serious about buying a house, then just going to a bunch of open houses is not enough. House hunting takes effort. I will give you some tips on preparing for house hunting, and then I will go step by step to explain how to find a house. After that, I will show you some helpful apps and websites for house hunting. Finally, I will go over the dos and don'ts of house hunting, so you don't make some common mistakes of house hunters.
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