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The Final Walk Through
At some point (shortly before the date of final closing) it will be necessary for you to make a final inspection of the house that you are purchasing--a final walk through. In all probability, you will be accompanied by your Agent, who will help you…
Mortgage Prequalification and Preapproval
Why get prequalified and then preapproved for a mortgage before you begin your search for a home? Because there are 3 people who will benefit from your preapproval: You, your agent, and the seller from whom you eventually buy a home! You: The…
Mortgage Hints
Don’t build yourself a mortgage mountain. It’s fine to want the best home you can afford, but be certain that it is comfortable affordability. Although you may find certain mortgage lenders who will stretch your qualification ratios (the ratio of your total mortgage payment to…
Renting or Buying: Advantages and Disadvantages
If you are considering buying a house, one of the first decisions you need to make is whether buying a house instead of renting one is the right direction for you. Since owning a home is the “American Dream”, many people simply assume that it’s…
More Articles About Agents (Real Estate), Appraisers & Home Inspectors
Home Inspections
Choosing a Mortgage
Condominiums
Glossary of Real Estate Terms
House Buying Mistakes
Mortgage Hints
Personal Home Inspections
Mortgage Prequalification and Preapproval
Renting or Buying: Advantages and Disadvantages
Single Family Homes
The Art of Negotiation
Bringing it all Home—the Closing
The Final Walk Through
Townhouses
