Tag: Home Buying

Posted on 09/10/2023

New construction home-buying process: The basics

The new construction home-buying process differs from the...

Construction

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Posted on 04/23/2023

Average closing costs for buyer: What homebuyers should expect

When preparing for a new home purchase, it’s crucial to...

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Posted on 02/12/2023

Tips for Taking the Stress Out of Buying a Home

40% of all homebuyers report that buying a home is one of the most stressful events in their lives. There are many sources of stress, but the more prepared you are, the better you’ll be able to handle them. Here are some tips for handling the most common stresses of buying a home: Find the Right Real Estate...

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Posted on 03/27/2022

4 Contingencies for Homebuyers to Know

In a home sale, there are many types of contingencies that might appear in the purchase contract. These special clauses provide ways for the buyer to back out of the sale if various conditions aren’t met. All contingencies are there to protect the buyer rather than the seller, but are usually up for negotiation depending on contract terms....

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Posted on 02/27/2022

The Benefits and Disadvantages of Getting a Home Warranty

Today, the home buying process usually includes purchasing a home warranty. Home warranties can provide additional financial protection for major home appliances such as plumbing fixtures and electrical systems. While very popular among many homeowners, home warranties are not perfect for everyone. Here we’ll go through the main pros and cons of home warranties for better understanding of...

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Posted on 04/04/2021

Multiple Offers: Should You Worry?

Photo by Fizkes via Shutterstock Months of searching, attending open houses, and viewing available homes finally paid off. You’ve found the perfect property in the perfect neighborhood for the perfect price. You’re ready to make an offer. Then, it happens, you get the dreaded call from your agent telling you there are multiple offers on the property. How...

Home Buying

Multiple Offers

Posted on 01/10/2021

Mistakes to Avoid when Buying a Home

Photo by Mohamed Hassan via Pixabay It’s part of the American DNA to want to own a home. It can be your immense joy or become a nightmare if you don’t avoid some of these first-time buyer lapses in judgment. What to Avoid Overbuying. The mantra used to be “buy the biggest house you can afford.” After all...

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